Bizen Teapot #47Sohei Takashima is a talented, young ceramicist who was the apprentice under the guidance of legendary potter and National Living Treasure, Isezaki Jun. Despite his young age, Takashima's unique style has already earned him recognition, including the top prize in the "Tea Ceramic" category at the Japan Ceramic Association Contemporary Ceramic Art Exhibition. His passion for pottery was ignited during his university years, when he was captivated by the

Despite the high cost and labor required to make such a tea

Avoid thermal shock by exposing cold glass to extremely hot/cold temperatures

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and appearance of brewed tea are not made but "born naturally

A good tea set makes your daily ritual meditative and effortless

its supple leaves are a rich source of vitamins and have been consumed in China

Six passes is what gives this jasmine its depth: not a top note sprayed on

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making it ideal for dark or aged teas and pour-over coffee

Relying on the indigenous yeast in the production facility evolved over several decades

During the early 2000s

The kettle is meant to be placed on an open flame or magnetic induction and removed using copper rings