DESCRIPTION
We would like to introduce a special Tetsubin that is not made by Oitomi. This Tetsubin is made by Shingo Kikuchi(菊池真吾), a traditional craftsman from Shokado, whose studio is located in Oshu City, Iwate Prefecture, the same city as ours.
Traditional craftsman is a title officially recognized by the Japanese government, certifying craftsmen who maintain advanced techniques and skills. There are only a few dozen traditional craftsmen of Nambu Ironware, and Shingo Kikuchi is one of them. In 2015, one of his iron kettles was presented to Pope Francis, the 266th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church — a testament to his standing as a master craftsman of the modern era.
Nambu ironware is made using two methods: the Nama-gata, in which molds are made from sand, and the Yaki-gata, in which molds are made by baking clay. Since this Tetsubin is made by the Yaki-gata method, only a few pieces can be made from a single mold. Therefore, it is very rare.
The shape known as "Natsume-gata (Jujube Style)" named after the traditional Japanese tea caddy, Natsume, is crafted to resemble its form. Items without patterns are referred to as "hada," meaning "skin." We call the unique texture of cast iron "hada." This piece showcases the cast iron's distinctive texture, known as "hada," across its entire surface.
The inside is coated with an oxidized film using a technique called kama-yaki, and no paint is used at all.
This Tetsubin is more expensive than other Tetsubin. However, with the Yaki-gata method, bold and traditional aesthetic compositions, and the personal inscription of the traditional craftsman, "南部 真吾"（Nambu Shingo)", this special Tetsubin will be your partner for life.
*This item is also sold in our physical store. Stock availability may vary depending on timing. Please note that there may be cases where an item you have ordered is out of stock.
Materials
To make tea and coffee great
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
We ship worldwide.
In-stock items ship within 5 business days.
Made-to-order pieces are produced in limited batches. Our workshop is often already at capacity with existing reservations, so estimated timelines are noted on each product page.
Delivery times may vary slightly by destination, carrier, and customs conditions.
CUSTOMS DUTY
The total you pay at checkout covers the product price and shipping only. It does not include import taxes, customs duties, or any other charges levied by the destination country.
You are responsible for these charges in all cases. They are set by each country's authorities and the rules change frequently, so please check the current requirements for your destination before placing your order.
If a shipment is refused, unclaimed, or returned because these charges are not paid, any related carrier costs remain your responsibility. We are unable to issue refunds for problems arising from customs or import procedures outside our control.
