Vintage Japanese cast iron tetsubin crafted by Sato Tokushu, featuring a traditional arare (hailstone) pattern, an elegant rounded body, and a rich, dark patina.
Tetsubin has a 400-year history rooted in the Japanese Tea Ceremony and is valued worldwide for its elegant craftsmanship and its ability to enhance the flavor of water—making tea taste richer, milder, and smoother. It also releases trace amounts of iron into the water, offering health benefits, especially for those with low iron levels.
Unlike mass-produced kettles made of stainless steel or copper, each Tetsubin is a sustainable, heirloom-quality itemcrafted by skilled artisans. With proper care, it can be passed down through generations.
W 15 cm x H 11 cm / 21 cm
Full Capacity: 1,180 ml
Practical Capacity: approx. 975 ml
Weight : 1495 g
Very good condition ★★★★☆