miyazaki japanese tetsubin teapot
the cast iron teapot was created in ancient china. when japanese adopted the teapots they further developed them into practical decorative handcrafted items. they are meant to symbolize the everlasting strength and unity of the world.

through a special treatment processes the impurities are removed from the cast iron. a coating of misty black enamel is then applied to help prevent the development of rust.

as water is boiled, trace amounts of iron in the water from the teapot provides an iron supplement that contributes to human health.

smaller cast iron pots should not be used to boil water directly.

cost
$75 cnd