{"title":"Teaware","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"black-kyusu","title":"Black Kyusu","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur traditional \u003cstrong\u003eBlack \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/kyusu-teapots\" title=\"kyusu teapot\"\u003eKyusu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is design to brew Japanese green tea in the traditional way. This \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Kyusu\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great way to start exploring the world of Japanese green tea. It is a slightly glazed teapot so it doesn't disrupt the flavor too much and it has a traditional built-in stainless steel filter to ensure that the leaves don't end up in your cup. The reason we recommend using the kyusu is that it provides the maximum amount of space for the leaves to open up and fully release their flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use this Black Kyusu\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd 5 grams of leaves to the teapot and then pour in 150ml to 200ml of water (160 degrees Fahrenheit) and let the tea brew for 1 minute and then pour it out into a glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow is this Black Kyusu Made?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis teapot is made from a natural clay called \"Tatsuchi\" and then it is fired in a kiln for 12 hours at 1,150 degrees C until it is hardened. The teapot is then fired a second time to ensure it has been hardened completely. The end result is a beautifully smooth and durable teapot that is ideal for all types of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/sencha\" title=\"sencha\"\u003esencha\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/bancha\" title=\"bancha\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebancha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/gyokuro\" title=\"gyokuro\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egyokuro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/kukicha\" title=\"kukicha\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekukicha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Big is this Black Kyusu?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis teapot can hold 210 milliliters of water at maximum capacity. This teapot is on the smaller side, which concentrates the intensity of the brewing to make the flavor even more powerful. This \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Kyusu\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003e100% made in Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20113032904777,"sku":"807159","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/black-kyusu.webp?v=1739345785"},{"product_id":"matcha-whisk","title":"Matcha Bamboo Whisk","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Matcha Whisk is the most important utensil for making a nice foamy bowl of matcha. This Matcha Whisk is made out of a single piece of bamboo, and each prong is delicately cut and curled to be the perfect whisking tool. If you want to make a beautifully creamy bowl of matcha at home, a Matcha Whisk is the best tool you can own\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use a Matcha Whisk\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd 2 1-2 grams of matcha powder to the bowl and then add in 100-150ml of 160-170 degrees water and whisk the powder into the water using a bamboo whisk or chasen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis whisk is made in China entirely out of Bamboo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of the Matcha Whisk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven though the bamboo tea whisk has been used in Japan for centuries, there is still no better tool to prepare beautiful foamy bowls of matcha. Each bristle moves through the water adding air to the bowl of tea, giving it a smoother and creamier flavor. A properly whisked high quality matcha can have a sweet and creamy flavor, almost like a latte but without the use of milk or sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30319389507657,"sku":"800013","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/matcha-bamboo-whisk.webp?v=1739347297"},{"product_id":"tokoname-kyusu-fukamushi-teapot","title":"Tokoname Kyusu Fukamushi Teapot","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpecially designed to avoid clogging when you pour Fukamushi teas! This special teapot has a built-in cylindrical metal strainer so that the water can move around the tea leaves instead of clogging. Deep steamed teas are beautifully smooth and sweet, but they have finer leaf particles that can clog the filters of traditional teapots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd 5 grams of leaves to the teapot and then pour in 150ml to 200ml of water (160 degrees Fahrenheit) and let the tea brew for 1 minute and then pour it out into a glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow is it Made?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis high quality clay teapot is made in Japan from smooth, oxidized black clay. The clay of this teapot can even accentuate the savory flavors of the tea, and add a slight minerality to them. Just like with Gyokuro, Fukamushi teas can also develop a stronger savory note, and this teapot allows you to realize the full potential of these special deep steamed teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Big is this Teapot?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis teapot can hold 400 milliliters of water at maximum capacity. This is large compared to most Kyusu teapots and can be used to brew tea for 2 or more people\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32392123088980,"sku":"807005","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/tokoname-kyusu-fukamushi-teapot.webp?v=1739345931"},{"product_id":"chawan-matcha-bowl-black-tsutsu-gata-us","title":"Black Chawan Tea Bowl","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nioteas.com\/collections\/matcha-bowl\" title=\"matcha bowl\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMatcha Bowl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, also called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChawan\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eis the best tool for whisking up that perfect bowl of matcha. Crafted from clay, with a beautiful minimalist design on it. The higher sides of this bowl make it easier to whisk up your matcha without spilling it. If you preheat the clay bowl, it will also help keep your tea warmer for longer.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to Use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd 2 1-2 grams of matcha powder to the bowl and then add in 100-150ml of 160-170 degrees water and whisk the powder into the water using a bamboo whisk or chasen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBenefits of the Chawan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Chawan is the traditional bowl used to both prepare and drink matcha tea. The heaviness of the bowl conveys a sense of importance and the shape of the bowl makes it easier to whisk up the matcha to create a foamy bowl of tea for you and your guest. After whisking up the matcha, you can either drink it directly out of the Chawan or you can pour it into a glass.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39576018124884,"sku":"81232550","price":30.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/black-chawan-tea-bowl.webp?v=1739346585"},{"product_id":"red-japanese-clay-teapot","title":"Red Japanese Clay Teapot","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you want to brew Japanese green tea in the traditional way, you must use a Kyusu teapot. This red tokoname kyusu is a great way to start exploring the world of Japanese green tea. It is a glazed teapot so it doesn't disrupt the flavor too much and it has an easy to clean stainless steel filter so that the tea leaves don't end up inside your glass. The reason we recommend using the kyusu is that it provides the maximum amount of space for the leaves to open up and fully release their flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to Use it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAdd 5 grams of leaves to the teapot and then pour in 150ml to 200ml of water (160 degrees Fahrenheit) and let the tea brew for 1 minute and then pour it out into a glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow is it Made?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis teapot is made from a natural clay called \"Tatsuchi\" and then it is fired in a kiln for 12 hours at 1,150 degrees C until it is hardened. The teapot is then fired a second time to ensure it has been hardened completely. The end result is a beautifully smooth and durable teapot that is ideal for all types of sencha, bancha, gyokuro and kukicha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow Big is this Teapot?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis teapot can hold 330 milliliters of water at maximum capacity. This is large compared to most Kyusu teapots and can be used to brew tea for 2 or more people\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nio Teas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39632020963412,"sku":"809139","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/8023\/5849\/files\/red-japanese-clay-teapot.webp?v=1739345785"},{"product_id":"tosen-kyusu-teapot-set","title":"Tosen Kyusu Teapot Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis teapot set comes with a handmade black kyusu teapot as well as two small tasting cups. This teapot is perfect for larger tea gatherings, as it comes with a larger capacity and two cups to share tea with friends. The kyusu has the typical side handle design which makes it easier to pour, particularly with the alternate pouring method used for multiple people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach of these Teapots are unique as they are handmade by a Japanese artisan. However, there could be small variation in terms of final colors of the teaware.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow is the Kyusu teapot set made?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet’s talk about the craftsmanship of this \u003cb\u003ekyusu teapot set\u003c\/b\u003e. Not only is the material used to make the teapot sourced from the best location, it is also produced by skilled craftsmen that use methods practiced for hundreds of years in this region. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTosen Artisan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cb\u003ekyusu teapot set \u003c\/b\u003eis handmade by talented potters at Tosen, a clay teaware studio in Tokoname Japan. To make this teapot, they use the 1,000 year old Yakishime method of natural coloring through firing. This firing changes the color of the teapot ever so slightly to give it a more natural look and feel. The teapot in this \u003cb\u003ekyusu teapot set\u003c\/b\u003e becomes a sleek metallic gray color that compliments the color of the green tea. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe potter also uses the Tobikanna method on the teapot to give it a unique textured finish. This involves using a tool while the pottery wheel is spinning to create a ripple effect and small indents into the clay itself. This creates a unique look and feel to the teapot and further adds individuality to the \u003cb\u003ekyusu teapot set\u003c\/b\u003e. Although all handmade teapot sets are unique, this texturing effect further adds to the uniqueness of each piece, so the teapot you end up getting will truly be one of a kind!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMade in Tokoname\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clay used to make the kyusu teapot set is from Tokoname Japan, which is known for having the best quality clay in the entire country. There are 6 ancient kilns around Japan and the oldest is in Tokoname, the de facto capital of teaware production in the country. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clay is known for its low porosity, which allows it to hold water even when wet. This low porosity allows the teapot to be more versatile and brew multiple different tea types, rather than become seasoned for a particular one. If you want to season this teapot to improve the flavor of one type of tea, you can still accomplish this but it will require more brewing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing the Kyusu teapot set with multiple people\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you have guests over and you decide to prepare tea for them, you will want to have the very best of equipment. This means that you will want to have 2 or more matching cups, a larger kyusu teapot and a teapot that is easy to pour. We are going to discuss each of these in the next section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYunomi Tea Cups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese slightly taller teacups are perfectly designed for slightly larger cups of Japanese green tea. Because these teacups have a slightly taller design compared to the shallower tasting cups, they are able to focus the aromatics of the tea upward. This is important when it comes to creating a richer tasting experience, as the aroma of the tea is a big part of the enjoyment of it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese teacups are handmade out of the same black tokoname clay, so they will insulate heat well and keep your tea warmer for longer. Just make sure that you preheat the teaware with hot water beforehand to get it nice and warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLarger Kyusu Teapot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kyusu teapot has a larger volume up to 250ml, so it is perfect for sharing tea with multiple people. Normally with Japanese green tea, we recommend to use 5 grams of leaves and 150ml of water. When you prepare tea for two people in your \u003cb\u003ekyusu teapot set\u003c\/b\u003e, you can use 10 grams of leave and 250ml of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kyusu teapot has a larger capacity, so it can accommodate this style of brewing. This higher capacity can  be particularly useful when you are preparing tea for friends, as you will each want to enjoy a full cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePouring tea with your kyusu teapot set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally we get to the final factor when it comes to preparing tea for friends and that is pouring. When you are preparing tea for multiple people, it is important that you use the alternate pouring method. This means that you pour for about 1 second or less in each teapot, alternating each time. There is a very specific reason for this and it will make sure that both teas taste the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe water poured out last has been in contact with the leaves for the longest period of time, and therefore it will have the strongest flavor. The water sitting at the top of the teapot will have the least contact with the leaves, and it will actually be poured out first. To ensure that each of the teas taste the same, you will need to alternate the pouring between the two tea cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis alternate pouring method can make the preparation process a little bit more difficult, but the \u003cb\u003ekyusu teapot set\u003c\/b\u003e is perfectly equipped to handle it. The teapot has a side handle which allows you to pour with more refined movements with just a simple turn of your wrist. The long spout makes it so that you won’t spill as much as you pour between cups. Both of these features lead to a cleaner, more refined tea preparation experience which is sure to impress even the most experienced of tea connoisseurs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to clean your kyusu teapot set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003ekyusu teapot set\u003c\/b\u003e is as easy to clean as it is to use. You shouldn’t use dish soap or sponges to clean the teapot, just make sure all the leaves have been removed from the teapot after use. This can be done with your hands, or simply by swishing water in and out until all the leaves have been poured out. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the teapot has been rinsed, you can then allow it to air dry and place it upside down on a dish towel to dry. The same rinsing and drying process can be repeated for the two cups. 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