Showa Retro Tea Set, Vermilion Clay, Kyusu Teapot & 5 Cups Set, Wooden Box Included, Tea Set, Yunomi Teacups, Tokoname Ware, Traditional Crafts, Retro, Vintage, Old, Classic, Classical, VINTAGE 【Size】Approx. Kyusu Teapot: Height 9cm, Diameter 16cm, Opening 7cm Yunomi Teacups: 5cm, Opening 7cm This is a tea set made of vermilion clay (shudei) from Tokoname. It's a set of a kyusu teapot and 5 yunomi teacups, and it comes in a wooden box. The vibrant vermilion color of the vessels is beautiful, and the sides of the kyusu and yunomi feature delicate carvings (or paintings) resembling pine trees, along with the characters that appear to read "Fukuno Chichi" (※Please confirm the artist's name and the reading of the characters yourself by looking at the images). The kyusu teapot has a handle that extends perpendicularly to the body, a type known as **"atode" (rear handle)**. Tokoname ware is one of the six ancient kilns of Japan, produced mainly in Tokoname City, Aichi Prefecture. In particular, vermilion clay kyusu teapots have been loved for a long time because they "make the tea taste mellow." Recommended for tea lovers and those who appreciate Japanese traditional crafts. Set Contents: • Kyusu Teapot: 1 • Yunomi Teacups: 5 • Wooden Box: 1 There are small scratches, stains, and signs of use due to long-term storage. Please understand the condition. Items will be sent with simple cleaning and packaging. We have many other products for sale, so please search using the hashtag below(^^) #LotsOfDishesFreedom OM 1118-8 D-5