Takasuke beige yunomi tea cup

Yunomi are traditional Japanese teacups designed for everyday use. Unlike the more formal chawan used in tea ceremonies, yunomi are casual, cylindrical cups without handles that perfectly cradle in the palm of your hand. These versatile vessels are ideal for enjoying green tea, hojicha, or any favorite loose-leaf tea throughout the day.

The beige takasuke clay yunomi from Tokoname Prefecture represent exceptional artisanship with distinctive qualities:

 Takasuke Clay: A Regional Treasure

Takasuke clay from Tokoname is prized for its unique properties:

- Rich in iron content, creating its characteristic warm beige tone

- Dense composition that retains heat exceptionally well

- Natural porous structure that "breathes" with tea, enhancing flavors over time

- Develops a beautiful patina with use, becoming more lustrous with each cup

The Tokoname Difference

Tokoname has been a ceramic production center for over 1,000 years and is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns. The region's artisans are renowned for their mastery of unglazed teaware, allowing the natural beauty of the clay to shine through. Each yunomi is hand-thrown and fired using traditional techniques passed down through generations.

The exceptional heat retention of takasuke clay yunomi means your tea stays at the perfect temperature longer, while the clay's subtle interaction with tea enhances aroma and depth of flavor with continued use.