A left-handed side-handle teapot that lets one hand hold and pour.
Made by Hakusan Porcelain in Hasami, Nagasaki, the SAWA teapot offers the control of a Japanese side-handle kyusu in a left-handed version. The series received a Good Design Award in 2009.
Pour and hold the lid with one hand
The shape lets your thumb hold the lid while you pour. A small projection inside the handle gives your index finger purchase, and the wide opening makes the pot easier to fill and clean. The lid can also rest on the rim when adding leaves or airing the pot between infusions.
A larger pot for sharing
It holds approximately 400 ml when filled to the brim. The amount you brew will be less, allowing space for the leaves and pouring. Choose white porcelain or a pale blue-white glaze with a smooth, glossy surface. A fixed ceramic strainer is built into the spout; for finer tea leaves, the SAWA stainless-steel strainer is sold separately.
Choose your size and cups
For a smaller pot, see the MARUCO Left-Handed Teapot, 280 ml. The MARUCO teacups share the white and blue-white finishes and can be paired with either Hakusan pot.
Care and handling
The porcelain pot is dishwasher and microwave safe. Remove the optional stainless-steel strainer before microwaving. Hand washing is recommended to protect the spout, lid and built-in ceramic strainer.
The handle has a small manufacturing air hole. Water can enter it during dishwashing or soaking; drain the handle thoroughly before use.
Do not use on a stovetop or induction hob. Ceramic ware can chip or break if knocked, dropped or exposed to sudden changes in temperature. Stop using it if it is cracked or chipped. The body can become hot when filled with hot liquid.
If your item arrives damaged, please contact service@hidari.com as soon as reasonably possible with your order number. Photos of the item and packaging help us assess the issue.
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