Teapots

Can you brew matcha in a kyusu? The short answer is no, but there is a reason for that. Learn exactly why kyusu and matcha call for different tools.

The ushirode kyusu puts the handle behind the spout. Learn how this back-handle teapot brews differently and which teas suit it best for daily use.

A porcelain kyusu brews tea without altering the flavour. Here is how it compares to clay and when it is the better choice.

A left handed kyusu flips handle orientation to suit left-handers. Learn how this changes your pour, who needs one, and what to look for before buying.

Discover what sets a banko kyusu apart from its iron-rich purple clay and brewing properties, to the craftsmanship behind every Mie Prefecture teapot.

Tokoname kyusu vs Banko kyusu compared by clay type, flavor impact, heat retention, and the teas each style suits best in traditional Japanese tea brewing.

Learn how to clean a teapot by material ceramic, glass, cast iron, copper, and more. Remove stains, burnt residue, and tannin buildup the right way.

