• Kutani Aochibu Tessen tea set including a teapot, two matching tea cups, and a pitcher for cooling hot water, all decorated with detailed gold floral designs against a dark blue and turquoise dotted background.
  • Kutani Aochibu Tessen teapot with a dark blue base, adorned with intricate gold floral patterns and a dotted turquoise background, featuring a small spout and a fitted lid.
  • Pitcher for cooling hot water from the Kutani Aochibu Tessen tea set, featuring gold floral patterns on a dark blue and turquoise dotted design with a unique curved shape.
  • Close-up of a Kutani Aochibu Tessen tea cup, featuring elegant gold floral motifs and a turquoise dotted pattern over a dark blue background.
  • Kutani Aochibu Tessen teapot with a dark blue base, adorned with delicate gold floral motifs and a turquoise dotted design, complete with a fitted lid.
  • Interior of a Kutani Aochibu Tessen teapot, showing the built-in strainer near the spout, lined with gold trim and finished with a white interior.
  • Close-up of a Kutani Aochibu Tessen pitcher, designed for cooling hot water, featuring a dark blue base with intricate gold floral patterns and turquoise dotted details.
  • Close-up of a Kutani Aochibu Tessen tea cup, decorated with gold floral motifs and a turquoise dotted pattern over a dark blue background.
  • Close-up of the bottom of a Kutani Aochibu Tessen tea cup, showing the traditional Kutani red seal marking on the white porcelain base.
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Yamachika Shoten

Kutani Aochibu Tessen Tea Set

Kutani Aochibu Tessen Tea Set

$169.00 USD
$169.00 USD
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Experience the refined beauty of the Aochibu painting technique, a celebrated art form of Kutani-ware from Kanazawa. First pioneered by master artisan Shiro Mizuta in the Taisho era, the Aochibu style has evolved from a supporting detail into a main feature in Kutani's traditional designs.

This tea set includes a Houhin teapot, a Yuzamashi water cooling pitcher, and two teacups. The Houhin, a handleless teapot, is designed specifically to brew high-quality Japanese teas like Gyokuro, which require lower infusion temperatures. Its built-in Sasame porcelain strainer allows for a gentle infusion, bringing out the full flavor of premium tea leaves.

The triangular Yuzamashi is a small pitcher used to cool boiled water to the ideal temperature for brewing, ensuring your tea is infused to perfection. The two accompanying cups, slightly smaller with a wide diameter, allow you to fully appreciate the rich aroma and flavors of Japanese tea.

This stunning tea set also features the Tessen motif, with delicate flowers painted in radiant gold. Using a specialized tool called Itchin, artisans carefully apply blue enamel dots between the golden patterns, creating an intricate texture that highlights the precision and craftsmanship of the piece.

Perfect for tea enthusiasts and collectors of fine Japanese art, the Kutani Aochibu Tessen Tea Set adds a touch of traditional elegance to every tea moment.

Detail

Size
Pot (with lid): W 11.5cm x L 9.5cm x H 7.0cm / W 4.5in x L 3.7in x H 2.8in
Pitcher: W 10cm x L 7.5cm x H 4.7cm / W 3.9in x L 2.9in x H 1.9in
Cup: D 6.2cm x H 4.0cm / D 2.4in x H 1.6in

Capacity
Pot: 130ml / 4.4oz
Pitcher: 90ml / 3.0oz
Cup: 40ml / 1.4oz

Material: Porcelain

Care ＆ Use

  • Handwash recommended
  • Do not use in microwave or oven
  • Please note that using metal scrubs or abrasive detergents may damage the surface
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Kutani Ware: A Vibrant Fusion of Tradition and Artistry

Kutani ware, a centuries-old porcelain craft from Ishikawa Prefecture, is known for its bold and vivid designs that capture the eye and imagination. The hallmark of Kutani lies in its striking five-color palette—green, purple, yellow, navy, and red—applied in intricate, hand-painted patterns. Each piece feels like a canvas where tradition meets artistic innovation, often featuring detailed depictions of nature, folklore, or abstract motifs. What sets Kutani ware apart is not just its colors, but the layers of texture and depth that emerge from its glazing techniques, creating a lively, almost tactile quality. Whether it’s an elegant tea set or a decorative plate, Kutani ware embodies both functionality and artistry, making it a collector’s treasure and a symbol of Japanese craftsmanship that continues to evolve while staying true to its roots.

Close-up of a curated display featuring a Kutani sake bottle with a blue bird perched among cherry blossoms on a vibrant yellow background, surrounded by various sake cups and bottles, including a gold-accented sake bottle and a traditional patterned Kutani sake set in green, white, and red hues.

Brand History

Yamachika Shoten is a prestigious kiln that has long been celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship in producing Kutani ware, a traditional form of Japanese porcelain. Based in Ishikawa Prefecture, the kiln has a deep-rooted history, spanning several generations. Known for its vibrant use of Kutani's five-color palette—green, purple, yellow, navy, and red—Yamachika Shoten maintains a strong focus on preserving the essence of Kutani ware while also exploring modern interpretations. Each piece is meticulously handcrafted, with a keen attention to detail, ensuring that every product embodies both artistic beauty and functionality. The kiln's commitment to combining traditional techniques with innovative designs has earned it recognition from collectors and art enthusiasts worldwide. Today, Yamachika Shoten continues to uphold the legacy of Kutani ware, creating timeless works of art that capture the elegance and vibrancy of this revered craft.