Nambu Iron Kettle Iwachu Plum Blossom Pattern Nambu Iwachu Tetsubin [Product Description] This is a small iron kettle made by Iwachu, a Nambu ironware manufacturer. The bottom has a cast mark that reads "Nambu ○○" and the Iwachu stamp (see photos). It is a piece with a calm atmosphere with a plum blossom pattern. It is thought to have been made around the 1955-1975 (mid-Showa period). It is a small size with a capacity of about 250ml. Water leakage has been confirmed. Only light cleaning has been done to preserve the patina. [Product Condition] It has a vintage feel, but there are no noticeable large rust, cracks, or damage. The interior is also in relatively clean condition. [Material, Dimensions, Color, etc.] Material: Iron Capacity: Approximately 250ml Height: Approximately 6cm Diameter: Approximately 10cm Mouth Diameter: Approximately 6cm ──────────────── [Description] Nambu cast iron tetsubin by Iwachu, Morioka Japan. Base shows “Nambu Sho◯” cast mark and Iwachu stamp (see photos). Plum blossom design. Estimated mid-Showa period (1955–1975). Approx. 250ml capacity. No water leakage. Lightly cleaned to preserve patina. International buyers welcome. [Condition] Vintage condition with age-related wear. No major rust, cracks or structural damage. Interior relatively clean. [Material & Size] Cast iron Approx. 250ml H 6cm / Dia 10cm / Mouth 6cm #Nambu #Iwachu #Tetsubin #CastIron #ShowaEra #VintageJapan #NambuIronKettle #Teapot