Japanese Tea Cup Set "Kumidashi" - Black Wide Mouth (80cc, Set of 4)

Experience the art of tea with the "Kumidashi" Japanese tea cup set from Nankei Pottery (est. 1913), rooted in 300 years of Banko-yaki tradition. These chawan feature a traditional wide-mouth design crafted to enhance delicate tea aromas. Choose between two distinct finishes to suit your style: the matte "Black" for a bold, modern look, or the "White" for a soft, serene atmosphere. While the exterior remains tactile and raw, the interior is finished with a glossy glaze to highlight the vibrant color of your tea. With a recommended 80cc capacity and stackable form, this Japanese tea cups set brings artisanal mindfulness to both daily use and guest hospitality as a vital part of your Japanese tea set.

Product details

• Quantity: 4 Teacups
• Dimension (Teacups): W9.0 cm (3.5 in) × H5.5 cm (2.2 in)
• Capacity (Teacup): 80cc (Recommended) / 130cc (Full)
• Material: Stoneware (Banko-yaki) with Interior Glaze
• Origin: Made in Mie, Japan
• Brand: Nankei Pottery

Banko-yaki: 300 Years of Tradition in Japanese Pottery and Tea Culture

Banko-yaki is a type of pottery that originated during the Edo period and boasts a history of over 300 years. Its name reflects a wish for “eternal prosperity and excellence.” Although it experienced a period of decline, the craft was revitalized by kilns in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, where it flourished alongside the rise of sencha tea culture. Banko-yaki teapots are renowned for their distinctive combination of durability and lightness, and, together with Tokoname-yaki, they continue to play a vital role in supporting Japan's tea culture.

Crafting Elegance in Banko-yaki Since 1913

Founded in 1913, Nankei Pottery is a kiln based in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, specializing in Banko-yaki teapots and teacups. Their products blend traditional craftsmanship with modern sensibilities, offering both the functionality needed for brewing delicious tea and a simple elegance that complements everyday life. Every step of the production process is managed in-house, ensuring meticulous quality control, and each piece is carefully finished by the hands of skilled artisans. Through their thoughtfully crafted tea utensils, Nankei Pottery enriches quiet moments of tea time, delivering the joy of use and the pleasure of brewing.

Traditional Wide-Mouth Japanese Tea Cup Set for Tea Rituals

Experience the art of tea with the "Kumidashi" Japanese tea cup set from Nankei Pottery, rooted in 300 years of Banko-yaki tradition. These cups feature a traditional wide-mouth design (W3.5" x H2.2" / 90 x 55 mm) crafted to enhance delicate tea aromas. Choose between two distinct finishes to suit your style: the matte "Black" for a bold, modern look, or the "White" for a soft, serene atmosphere. While the exterior remains tactile and raw, the interior is finished with a glossy glaze to highlight the vibrant color of your tea. With an 80cc capacity and stackable form, this Japanese tea cup set brings artisanal mindfulness to both daily use and guest hospitality.