IWACHU Nanbu Cast Iron Teapot Coaster – New Series Mari Purple – Made in Japan

Enrich your tea experience at home with Nanbu-Tekki ironware from Iwate Prefecture. Technique of Nanbu-Tekki developed some 900 years ago, originating in Morioka City and Mizusawa, Oshu City, in Iwate. Each piece is handmade by skilled craftsman using traditional techniques and materials that are sourced from local areas.

Nanbu Tekki requires a process of 64 to 68 different steps to completion. To become an ironware maker, one must go through 15 years of apprenticeship, and the title of master craftsman requires another 40 years of practice.

This coaster goes well with Nanbu-Tekki cast iron teapot, which is also available at Takaski Online Shop.

Producer: Iwachu
Place of Production: Iwate Prefecture
Color: Purple
Size:14 x 14 x H2.5cm