Kohiki Seiji Glaze Dobin Teapot (with Tea Strainer)

This is a Mino ware dobin (traditional Japanese teapot).

Its striking appearance—white with a rugged, stony texture reminiscent of limestone—is particularly eye-catching. However, despite its rough look, the surface is actually smooth to the touch thanks to a thorough glaze coating.

One of the defining features of a dobin compared to a regular teapot (kyūsu) is its larger capacity.

Please note that there may be slight variations in appearance and texture between individual products. We appreciate your understanding in advance.

Mino ware began during the Momoyama period, which saw the rise of the "tea ceremony" culture. It has been particularly cherished by tea masters active during this era, who were influenced by Japan's "wabi-sabi" aesthetic. Representative colors of Mino ware include the elegant pale yellow "Kizeto," the lustrous jet black "Setoguro," the milky white "Shinoyaki," which evokes a soft, smooth texture, and the rare green design unique to Mino ware known as "Oribeyaki." Today, Mino ware accounts for over half of Japan’s domestic production of porcelain dinnerware.