Red Japanese Clay Teapot
Red Japanese Clay Teapot
Red Japanese Clay Teapot
Red Japanese Clay Teapot
Red Japanese Clay Teapot
Red Japanese Clay Teapot
Red Japanese Clay Teapot
Kyusu

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

A large glazed red Tokoname kyusu, made for brewing two or more cups at a time.
Handmade
Best for Brewing
GyokuroSenchaGenmaichaHojichaOolongKukichaFukamushi SenchaKarigane
£27.00
Estimated Delivery
Delivery between Tue 13 Oct and Fri 23 Oct (4–12 business days, due to high demand)

Shaped from Tatsuchi, the iron-rich natural clay that gives Tokoname ware its red colour. The pot is fired in the kiln for twelve hours at 1,150 °C, then fired a second time for the glaze. Every piece is thrown and finished by hand, so small differences in colour and line are part of what you are buying rather than faults in it.

Warm the pot first, then add 5 g of leaf and 150 ml of water at around 70 °C. Steep for one to two minutes and pour out completely, moving between the cups so every one tastes the same. The same leaves will give you two or three infusions — make the later ones shorter and a little hotter.

Glazed inside as well as out, so the clay stays neutral and will not hold on to the flavour of whatever you brewed last. That makes it an easy pot to move between teas, and an easy one to look after — warm water and a soft brush are all it ever needs.

At 330 ml this is a large kyusu by Japanese standards, built for two or more people rather than a single cup. Fill it to around 150 ml for a standard brew and use the full body when you are pouring for a table.

A stainless-steel filter sits across the spout, wide enough for the leaves to open fully and easy to lift out and rinse. The side handle — the feature the kyusu is named for — sits at a right angle to the spout, so you pour with a turn of the wrist rather than a lift of the arm.

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Built for the Table

Large, glazed and easy to clean, with a removable steel filter that lets the leaves open properly.
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Capacity

Small by design — you empty it every time, so nothing sits and stews.

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Built-in Filter

Part of the pot, not a basket. Water moves freely around the leaves.

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Side Handle

Set at a right angle to the spout, so you pour with a turn of the wrist.

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Wide Base

A broad, shallow body gives the leaves room to open fully.

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How to Use
a Kyusu Like a Pro

A kyusu is built for short, repeated infusions rather than one long steep. Warm it, fill it only part way, and pour it out completely every time — the leaves stay in the pot and the same measure will give you two or three cups.

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Warm the Pot

Rinse with hot water, then tip it out.
Add the tea leaves to the teapot

Add the Leaves

5 g of loose leaf, straight into the pot.
Let the tea steep in the teapot

Pour and Steep

150 ml at around 70 °C, 1 to 2 minutes.
Pour the tea from the teapot into the cup

Pour to the Last Drop

Empty it completely, alternating between cups.

After the Last Pour

Four simple steps to care for your teapot.
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Empty the Leaves

Remove the used leaves once you have finished brewing.
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Rinse Gently

Warm water only, including the lid and spout. No soap, no sponge.
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Clear the Strainer

Loosen any trapped leaves with a small, soft brush.
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Let It Dry

Leave the lid off and let every part dry fully before storing.
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Before you order

Shipping is free once your order passes the threshold for your country — USD 54.99 · EUR 54.99 · GBP 44.99 · CHF 49.99 · CAD 74.99 · DKK 399 · SEK 599 · PLN 229 · CZK 1,290. Everywhere else it's the equivalent of USD 54.99, converted automatically. Below the threshold a flat rate applies, always shown at checkout before you pay.

We ship from warehouses in the US, the EU and Japan — whichever is closest to you. US and EU orders arrive in 4–12 business days; the handful of countries served from Japan take around 10. Business days count from dispatch rather than from when you order, and exclude weekends and public holidays. You'll get a tracking number by email the moment your parcel leaves the warehouse.

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Japanese green tea covers an enormous range, and choosing online isn't easy. If you've tried yours and it isn't for you, email info@nioteas.com within 30 days with your order number and a line on what you didn't enjoy. We'll send a different tea of equal or lower value, free. Nothing to post back — keep it, share it, or try brewing it cooler. Once per order.

Email info@nioteas.com within 30 days with your order number and a photo. We'll approve it, cover the return postage with a prepaid label or a reimbursement, and refund you — no restocking fee. Refunds go to your original payment method within 2 business days of the return reaching us; your bank may take another 5–20 to show it.

Unopened items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days. Tea is sealed for hygiene, so opened packs can't come back — but the swap above covers exactly that situation. Return postage is yours unless the item arrived damaged, defective or incorrect.

Orders to the US and EU ship domestically from our local warehouse, so there's no customs charge and no duty. A small number of destinations are served from our Japan warehouse, where your own customs authority may apply import duty, VAT or a carrier handling fee on delivery. Those are set by your country, not by us. Ask before you order and we'll help you check.

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 102 reviews.

Customer video review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

I finally tested my new red kyusu in today’s brew, and wow... this little teapot performs!!! I used it to prepare the Sencha Yamaga no Sato, and the result was a cup that tasted like pure morning sunshine. The clay kept the temperature beautifully stable, the pour was buttery smooth, and the tea opened up with such a gentle sweetness. If you want to see the full brew in action, check out the video on my Instagram profile @caffeinatedktea

@caffeinatedktea 5/5 Verified

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Perfect for starting my tea journey. I have no complaints. Arrived in perfect condition and is easy to care for. Brews my tea exactly how I like, and because its glazed, I can use it on all the diffrent teas I am trying.

Alice L. 5/5 Verified

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

This is perfect for sharing tea with a couple friends. Good build quality, and most of all it’s color is fantastic.

Connor N. 5/5 Verified

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Customer video review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Schöne einfache Kyusu für zwei Personen, die nicht zu dick gearbeitet ist. Durch das feine Netzt verstopft sie nicht so leicht wie gestochene Kannen. Und verfälscht Nicht den Grschmack.

Marco N. 4/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Got my kyusu in and I have to say its perfect. I made some gyokuro and some Sencha in it. The pour was superb. Heat retention was excellent. This kyusu is glazed and can be used for pretty much any japanese tea. This one is perfect for all beginners and tea veterans alike. This one is a great edition for anyone's tea needs.

Luis R. 5/5

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Customer video review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

La mia nuova kyusu rossa… che capolavoro! The clay, the color, the shape, everything feels so warm and full of character. Brewing sencha or gyokuro in it is pure joy. The pour is smooth like a Vespa ride through Roma, and the clay gives the tea that little extra roundness we all chase as TeaHeads. If you want to see this beauty in action and many more teaware gems, come join me on Instagram @gong.fu.panda

Gong.fu.panda 5/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Lovely little tea pot that takes up the joy of drinking the tea up a notch. The only thing I have found is that it is is bit of a pain to clean the tea out as it can get stuck to and around the filter. Still a cute little teapot though!

Sara P. 4/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Sits right alongside my brown kyusu, purple hagi yaki, and Yixing pots. The red clay pot is a perfect everyday brewer: the glaze keeps it neutral and it brews the perfect amount for my 10 ounce mug. I love it!

William L. 5/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Very convenient kettle, the right size. Excellent matcha. Thank you!

Olga K. 5/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Love it! I enjoyed all the samples. Great and smooth taste. I also love my Kyusu, I don’t know if it’s only me but brewing tea in the Kyusu is a game changer. Thanks Nio for such good quality tea.

Arlette M. 5/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Gefällt sehr gut und die Lieferung samt Verpackung war sehr gut.

Susanne M. 5/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

This teapot is great! It's the perfect size for my wife and I to sit down and enjoy Japanese tea. The filter is very fine, keeping all the leaves out of my cup, and the pour is fairly smooth.

Tyler H. 5/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

I love my little teapot. It's easy to use AND easy to clean. The handle also makes it easy to grip. Definitely the money's worth

T. 5/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

I purchased the sample kit with this pot and like it so much I bought a second. Perfect for making Japanese tea. I’ve made several different types of tea in the pot already and absolutely love it.

Joel C. 5/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

My tea brewing skills have elevated much with this cute teapot. It’s now a part of my daily ritual to peacefully brew and enjoy tea from it.

Anastasiia K. 5/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Great product, good price, fast shipping and good price shipping! Thanks!

Eliyahu A. 5/5 Verified

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Customer video review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Honestly most of the reviews here look pretty fake, with perfect interpunction and fancy composition, and the wares are suspiciously cheap, considering they are imported from Japan, and some review photos have a different kyusu pictured… but DAMN, that is real good quality stuff. I’ll leave the info that I wanted to get, but couldn’t find: - The lid doesn’t leak, it’s got good seal - The flow is magnificent (as you can see on the video) - When covering the hole, it ALMOST stops the flow (completely only if there’s not much liquid inside) - The water doesn’t go down the tip when pouring, and it cuts off perfectly when stopping GOOD STUFF

Damian 5/5

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Really like this teapot! I wish it was just a little bigger but otherwise I’m very happy with this purchase.

Asiah L. 4/5 Verified

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Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Very good quality. I did not notice any defects. The mesh inside looks solid.

Michal D. 5/5 Verified

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Well made, reasonably priced glazed kyusu! A wonderfully versatile teapot!

Jake F. 5/5 Verified

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Customer photo review of Red Japanese Clay Teapot

I recently purchased this lovely red Japanese clay Kyusu teapot from Nio Teas, and I couldn’t be happier with my decision. This teapot is a stunning blend of traditional craftsmanship and functional elegance. The quality of the clay is exceptional. It retains heat well, allowing the tea to steep perfectly every time. I have noticed a significant improvement in the taste of my green tea; the natural minerals in the clay seem to enhance the flavor profile, making each sip a delightful experience.

Tanya S. 5/5

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

In this hectic world we live in, it can be hard to see the good. Let me tell you the ladies and gentlemen at NIO are the good! They don’t only provide one of the best green teas and tea pots on the market, but they are also kind. Unfortunately, my teapot was dropped as soon as I took it out of the box, and without hesitation, they sent me a new one! This was completely my fault, but they didn’t concern themselves with that! Bravo NIO TEAS!

James S. 5/5 Verified

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

It’s an absolutely amazing teapot. Its glaze is nice so u can use multiple teas and the price is also very good. I could go on and on but I need to give a warning BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL WITH IT mine shattered with just a small fall wich I was pretty upset about but that was my fault so yeah anyways byeeeeee

Devan T. 5/5

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Beautiful tea pot with built in filter. Functions well, smaller than I imagined but perfect for a large cup of tea.

Joel S. 5/5 Verified

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

It’s perfect!! I use this everyday multiple times a day and it’s so easy to clean very functional and exactly what I need. The quality for the price is unmatched.

Justin C. 5/5 Verified

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Als Neuling im Reich der Grüntees empfand ich die Kanne erst als ziemlich klein. Mittlerweile empfinde ich sie als genau richtig, um Grüntee aufzugießen und zu genießen. Da er koffeinhaltig ist, sind kleinere Mengen und dafür öfters aufgießen genau richtig. Für Kräutertees nehme ich nach wie vor größere Kannen. Also alle Punkte für die süße schöne und gut verarbeitete Kanne 🌝

Katja L. 5/5 Verified

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Beautiful little teapot. It’s a lovely color, and is an easy vessel from which to pour. I wouldn’t mind if it were a little bit larger.

Susan H R. 5/5 Verified

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

Just received it and I’m already excited to experience it 🤍

Razan A. 5/5 Verified

Red Japanese Clay Teapot

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