Tsubame-Tsuiki Hand-Pounded Copper Teapot with Tea Strainer 0.5L

An everyday teapot perfect for brewing your favorite tea in the morning.  W 15cm x H10cm (W 6inches x H 4inches) 0.5L(16.9 fl oz) Copper Tin clad Please pour boiled water into tea pot with tea leaves. Not to be placed on stovetop. Handcrafted in Japan ‘Tsubame-Tsuiki’ Copperware is a metalwork technique originating from Tsubame, Niigata during the mid-Edo period, using copper extracted from Mt. Yahiko. ‘Tsuiki’ is the hand-hammering technique, consisting of thousands of meticulous strikes to create a resilient, strong, texturized, and shiny finish. Fuukidou was founded by Mr. Fujii in 1945 in Tsubame-city, and is currently practiced by the father and son duo representing the 3rd generation. The technique has been designated a traditional craft by the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry in 1981, and is considered a national treasure.