Ichimatsu Kyusu Teapot

Name: Ichimatsu Kyusu Teapot
Brand: Soekyu Seitosho
SKU: SKU-51622703038847
Price: 130.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£130.00

Taxes included.

This elegant Japanese Kyusu teapot is a beautiful fusion of traditional handmade craftsmanship and modern design. Adorned with the classic Ichimatsu pattern, a checkerboard motif originating from the Edo period, it reflects the essence of balance and harmony. The pattern is rendered in deep Gosu blue, a traditional Japanese indigo pigment, known for its rich, vibrant tone.

The side-handle design is typical of Japanese teapots, enabling precise, one-handed pouring, ideal for serving green tea, oolong, or your favourite blends. Handcrafted by skilled artisans, the teapot is made from fine porcelain, offering both lightness and durability. Each blue square is carefully hand-painted, making each piece unique and a true testament to Japanese traditional crafts.

Each piece is hand-painted by on experienced and skilful ceramics expert. You can see the detail of each brush stroke and the long time it takes to create this piece of functional art as each item is painted one at a time.

The matching small teacup is also sold separately.

Key Features:

Authentic Ichimatsu checkerboard pattern, symbolising harmony and balance
Hand-painted in deep blue, a traditional Japanese pigment
Side-handle design for easy, controlled pouring
Handcrafted by Japanese artisans, following centuries-old techniques
Made from high-quality porcelain, lightweight yet durable
Has a removable metal tea strainer inside.

Notes and Precautions:

Avoid using on open flames or in ovens to prevent breakage.
The polished base should not be dragged across surfaces to avoid scratches.
Please do not use harsh sponges or Brillo pads to clean the item as it will leave scratches and we it may contribute to the colour fading over time.
Stores up to approx 240ml

Dimensions

11.5 cm L x 7.4 cm

Region

Ureshino, Saga Prefecture, Japan

Care

Avoid using on open flames or in ovens to prevent breakage.

The polished base should not be dragged across surfaces to avoid scratches.

Please do not use harsh sponges or Brillo pads to clean the item as it will leave scratches and we it may contribute to the colour fading over time.

Shipping & Returns

Delivery

We generally use Royal Mail for our deliveries:

UK Standard Delivery (dispatched in 3–5 working days) – £4.95
UK orders over £60 – FREE
Store Collection (1–2 working days) – FREE
EU Delivery – £19.00
US Delivery – from £15.00
Everywhere Else – from £16.00

Delivery times are estimates and may vary during busy periods or due to customs.

Customs & Import Charges

For EU orders under €150 (excluding shipping), VAT is collected at checkout. Orders over €150 may be subject to additional customs charges on arrival.

For deliveries outside the EU, any customs duties, taxes or import fees are the responsibility of the customer.

For full Delivery details, please see our Delivery & Returns Policy.

Returns

We want you to be happy with your purchase. If you’re not completely satisfied, we’re happy to help.

Full-price items: return within 14 days
Return postage: paid by the customer, unless the item is faulty, incorrect or not as described
Food items: unfortunately cannot be returned for hygiene and safety reasons

For full Returns details, please see our Delivery & Returns Policy.

Ichimatsu Kyusu Teapot

£130.00

Founded in 1953 in Yoshida, Ureshino City, Saga Prefecture, Soekyu Seitosho is a distinguished ceramics manufacturer rooted in the historic Hizen-Yoshida pottery tradition, an area adjacent to Arita, the birthplace of Japanese porcelain.

From its inception, the company has specialised in producing high-quality tableware for daily use, embodying the spirit of functional beauty and craftsmanship that defines the Hizen-Yoshida ware tradition. Early production focused on traditional painted motifs, and over time the business has evolved through generations, preserving long-established techniques while embracing creative innovation.

A defining milestone came in 2015 with the development of the GOSU series, a signature collection showcasing five distinct shades of gosu, the traditional Japanese cobalt blue pigment. This series offers an innovative reinterpretation of the classic dami brush painting technique, in which richly pigmented cobalt is applied by hand onto unglazed pottery, allowing subtle tonal variations and expressive depth to emerge through the firing process, resulting in vibrant blues that respond uniquely to the kiln environment.

Today, Soekyu Seitosho is led by Hisahiro Soejima, the third-generation CEO, alongside his wife Michiko Soejima. Together, this family business continues the legacy of the company’s founder, Kyuhachi Soejima, maintaining artisanal standards while evolving its craft.

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