*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS.

This listing is for a Tokoname-ware tea set made around 10 years ago by Takasuke Gama.  The set consists of a kyusu style teapot and two matching yunomi tea cups.  The kyusu holds 300ml, and the cups are a meoto husband and wife pair.  Each piece features green glaze and the front is decorated with hyotan.  The gourd, or hyotan as it is known in Japanese, is an auspicious symbol linked to longevity and fertility. They are also thought to symbolize happiness and success, thus making them a popular motif during New Year.  The stamp of the kiln can be found near the base of each piece, and the set comes with its original signed wooden storage box. 

Takasuke Gama is a Tokoname-ware kiln known for its high-quality tea ware. Their clay contains a lot of iron oxide, and this reacts with the tannin and removes any bitterness resulting in a more mellow flavour. For that reason, their teapots are very popular amongst tea enthusiasts. Takasuke vessels are typically lightweight and come in a range of colours and designs. **Fellow sellers, this information was researched by Kominka Zakka and CANNOT be used in your own listings.

Tokoname-ware refers to stoneware pottery made in Tokoname City in Aichi Prefecture. This type of pottery has been in production for over 1000 years, and originally potters created religious items as well as tea utensils. Tokoname-ware is now more widely known for its pottery using red clay.                                                                                       

Sizes

Box:  H.10cm (3.9”) x 27.2cm (10.7”) x 16.8cm (6.6”)

Kyusu:  H.8.7cm (3.4”) x 16cm (6.2”) from side to handle

Larger Cup:  H.8.3cm (3.2”) x Dia.7cm (2.7”)

Smaller Cup:  H.8cm (3.1”) x Dia.6.7cm (2.6”)                                                                         

Condition

The entire set is in very good condition with no chips or cracks, there are however some water marks on the lid of the box.                                                                                         

THESE ARE SHIPPING ESTIMATES BASED ON THE CURRENT GLOBAL SITUATION                                                                 

**Germany, France, Greece, Spain, Poland, Austria, Slovakia, Lithuania, Slovenia:  NO SHIPPING.  Very strict and expensive packaging laws in place and we are not licensed to send products to these countries.  We have no plan to register at this time because the process is in some cases very expensive and complicated, plus each country has its own set of regulations and application process. 

**USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Norway: Airmail Small Packet (approx. 15-28 days).  Combined shipping available up to 2kgs for Airmail Small Packet (please send us a message).

**Asia:  Airmail Small Packet (approx. 15-21 days).  Combined shipping available up to 2kgs for Airmail Small Packet (please send us a message).

**Central Asia, Middle East, South Africa, Brazil, Mexico:  EMS Express 10-15 days.

**Russia:  No shipping methods available.