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Read More >A kyusu, sometimes spelled kyuusu, is a traditional Japanese teapot used for brewing Japanese green tea. The most common type of kyusu comes with a handle on the side, although it can also have a handle on the back or over the top.
It is usual for a person to use the term kyusu to refer to a teapot made for sencha (Japanese green tea) and use more specific terms for teapots made for other teas.
Kyusu teapots are small compared to Western standard teapots. The usual size is 270ml, but they can even be much smaller. Not to mention, the style of traditional Japanese teapots can vary widely. Handle placement, shape, and color can be different.
A kyusu comes in three primary styles:
Yokode kyusu is Japan’s most iconic teapot shape and is the perfect teaware for regular drinking. The small size of the teapot makes it great for brewing small quantities and drawing out the complete taste of the leaves, along with the most astringent flavor concentrated in the final pour.
Like teapots you come across in Western countries, ushirode kyusu is the style that is originally inspired by clay teapots introduced in China through trade routes centuries ago. Now, this timeless teapot style with its typical silhouette is one of the most commonly used in Japan for brewing Chinese and European blends, although the moderate size makes this teapot style apt for brewing numerous servings of green tea at a time.
Uwade Kyusu refers to any Japanese teapot with a handle on the top. While you may not know it by name, you are perhaps familiar with the most popular style of top-handle teapots known as “dobin” in Japan. Their larger handles, which are commonly made from rattan or bamboo, allow for an easy grip that helps in protecting your hands from the heat-conducting material of the vessel. This size is even more convenient for brewing larger amounts of green tea.
Kyusu is specially made for brewing green tea, typically Japanese green teas that have their own unique flavor and aroma. The clay of the teapot keeps the heat steady, ensuring a truer taste of the tea. Kyusu teapots are a perfect blend of artistry, practicality, and craft. Most importantly, they are easy to use as well as care for.
There’s no doubt that the kyusu pot is ideal for brewing the perfect cup of Japanese green tea. As with preparing any tea, finding the perfect balance of infusion time, the amount of tea, and the temperature of the water is quite important.
Before you begin, gather the following items:
Once you are ready follow the below steps carefully:
It’s time to get a high-quality kyusu and green tea to prepare a perfect cup of tea and enjoy!
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