Acorn Tea Pot (Sand Black)

The Acorn Teapot draws its name and silhouette from the seed of an oak — slightly full at the shoulder, tapering to a narrow base. Made by NANKEI POTTERY (南景製陶園) in the Banko-yaki tradition of Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, this is a one-to-two person teapot in stoneware fired without glaze using the yakishime method. The unglazed interior lets the fine surface texture do the work, softening astringency and rounding the flavour of green tea gently. Each brew deepens the colour of the clay — It changes gradually, one brew at a time.

The Sand Black finish uses a dark clay engobe applied before firing, giving the body a warm matte depth without any sheen. At 430ml it is sized for a relaxed one-person session — unhurried, deliberate.