History of Japanese Tea Sets

Years ago a book named The magic of Tea was introduced to the Zen Buddhist. Then the Imperial Japanese court delighted in the Chinese tea ceremonies and therefore tea became very prominent in the Japanese culture as well as the japanese tea sets.

Tea is a international drink. Once tea became famous, the Japanese teapot set designs can into play and the production of tea sets grew out of Japan and they are the country recognized for their japanese tea sets. Tea pot in Japan is pronounced dobin. The oldies teapot design had circle- like bodies with circle lids and handles.

Some of the japanese tea sets tops had knobs on them. Some pots wear made with two handles. The teapot with two handles is pronounced Kyushu in Japanese. some japanese teapot sets were made of heat conductors so that you would be able to hold them in your hand. Another type of tea pot was made fragile and delicate. These would require a cloth for protection from the heat. The japanese tea sets were made of clay , and then later the tea pot was made of cast iron.

Japanese Tea Sets

A japanese tea sets includes a teapot (capacity 550ml or 18.7 fl oz) (dimension 7"x4 1/2"x4 1/2", including the handle), 6 teacups (capacity 100ml or 3.4 fl oz) (dimension 2 3/4" dial, 2" ht), and 1 filter (3" dia, 2" ht). (3.5 lb)

Tea sets evolved after the teapot. The set is selected according to their function, value and style. They come in a array of choices. They can be made of porcelain, ceramic, and glass. There are handmade teapots, cups, and other accessories for the tea leaves. Many of these were brought for children during x-rays time because of their low cost, but in the 20th century have become a little more expensive expensive porcelain japanese teapot sets is perfect match for drinking loose tea leaves.

Buying Japanese Tea Sets

If you are in the market for a set for your collection, make sure you do your research and become a good negotiator. You will need to decide on the design and what region you would like to have it made. You need to consult with a reputable appraiser , if you are looking for a antique japanese tea sets. They can easy soar into the thousands. You will at least have an idea of the value after speaking with a appraiser.