DESCRIPTION
We are delighted to introduce a remarkable Tetsubin that distinguishes itself from those crafted by Oitomi. This extraordinary piece is the creation of Shingo Kikuchi (菊池真吾), an esteemed traditional craftsman whose atelier is situated in Shokado, Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture - the very same city we call home.
The designation of "traditional craftsman" is a formal recognition granted by the Japanese government to artisans who uphold and master advanced techniques and skills. Within the realm of Nambu Ironware, a select few hold this esteemed title, and Shingo Kikuchi proudly stands as one of them.
The crafting of Nambu ironware employs two principal techniques: Nama-gata, involving sand molds, and Yaki-gata, utilizing clay molds that are then baked. Given that this particular Tetsubin has been crafted through the Yaki-gata method, only a handful of pieces can emerge from a single mold, rendering it an exquisitely rare creation.
Named the "Fuji style Tetsubin," this piece takes its inspiration from the iconic Mt. Fuji, a symbol synonymous with Japan. The Fuji style echoes an ancient form, once gracing tea ceremony kettles fashioned centuries ago, now perpetuated in the present.
The spout design is notable, thoughtfully engineered to facilitate a gradual and controlled pour of hot water.
The handle is a treasure in itself, forged and shaped from a single sheet of iron. Its function extends beyond preventing heat transfer; it embodies a distinctively Japanese aesthetic rooted in the philosophy of the evolving beauty cherished within the tea ceremony.
The interior is coated with an oxidized film achieved through the kama-yaki technique, eschewing the use of any paints. You may observe localized reddening in some areas - a normal attribute due to the baking process inherent to "kama-yaki."
Although commanding a higher price point than its counterparts, this Tetsubin's utilization of the Yaki-gata method, its bold embrace of traditional aesthetics, and the personal inscription of the traditional craftsman, "南部 真吾" (Nambu Shingo), together solidify its role as an enduring lifelong companion.
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Materials
To make tea and coffee great
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