A side-handle Tokoname kyusu made for the left hand.
Made for Azmaya by Takasuke Toen in Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture, this flat kyusu has a side handle positioned for left-handed pouring. Its unglazed black clay has a smooth, matte surface that develops more lustre with use.
A wide opening for the leaves
The low, broad body has a wide opening, making tea leaves easy to add and remove, with room for them to move in the water. The side handle lets you control the tilt as you pour and drain the pot.
A perforated ceramic plate forms the built-in strainer. The lid is ground against its own pot during production to achieve a close fit.
Size and matching tea ware
It holds approximately 300 ml when filled to the brim. The amount you brew will be less, allowing space for the leaves and pouring. Dimensions, capacity and weight vary slightly from piece to piece.
For a handle that works with either hand, see the Azmaya Flat Rear-Handle Kyusu, 300 ml or the more compact Round Rear-Handle Kyusu, 255 ml.
Pair it with the Chakai pitcher, 200 ml for smaller infusions or pouring in batches, and MARUCO teacups.
Care and handling
Hand wash. Do not use a dishwasher or microwave. Handle the spout, lid and built-in ceramic strainer gently, and allow the pot to dry fully before storing.
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.
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