Welcome! We are
happy to present here the finest Japanese Tetsubin cast iron teapots,
iron trivets and bells. These fine products originated in the Japanese
Nambu region, in the Edo period (1603-1868). Morioka City was the place
most famous for skilled artists and craftsmen producing ironware. The
technology they used for their products was developed in the 12th century
in Mizusawa City. This
unique and complicated technology allowing for making the World's best
cast ironware, incorporated over 40 difficult steps, taking usually over
two months to complete the process! |
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| Famous
for their resistance to rust (specially coated inside), tetsubin ware
require minimum of care. Thanks to their perfect design, they won't
spill a single drop when pouring green tea at a Tea Ceremony (Chanoyu)
or at your table. As with many Japanese products, high value was placed
on achieving simplicity of design, clearly influenced by Zen Buddhism.
Elements most sought in design were gracefulness, calmness, rusticity
and austere simplicity. Tetsubin pots, paper weights and trivets made
centuries ago are still around in various collections, proving that
they can stay almost indefinitely. The same, fine methods are used today
by Iwachu and other studios for their production, using local metal
ores, charcoal and quality clay for casting.Japanese
iron bells made with traditional methods have incomparable, clear sound,
which stays in the air for a long time. Such bells were often used for
Buddhist ceremonies in Japanese temples. They have a paper tag attached
to the heart.On the tag, one should traditionally write one's most desired
wish. When the bell rings, it helps to make your wish come true... Please browse our fine selection of Japanese tetsubin ironware and enjoy! |
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Holographic Art Gallery
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