Japanese Aranami tea set – Teapot and 2 cups

A tea set made up of a teapot with a braided handle and two cups, covered with indigo blue waves with raging crests.

Aranami means "rough waves" in Japanese: this pattern evokes the strength of the sea and courage in the face of hardship.

The foot left in brown clay adds a natural touch.

It comes from the Toki-Tajimi area in Gifu Prefecture, the cradle of Mino ware.

For sharing tea for two. Made in Japan.

Highlights

• Aranami pattern: indigo blue waves, a symbol of courage.
• Braided handle: the traditional grip of Japanese teapots.
• Complete set: a teapot and two cups.
• Capacity: 500 ml.
• Brown clay foot: a natural touch.

Product information

• Type: tea set (teapot and 2 cups)
• Material: ceramic
• Origin: made in Japan (Toki-Tajimi area, Gifu Prefecture, the cradle of Mino ware)
• Dimensions: teapot height 12 cm
• Capacity: teapot 500 ml
• Colours: indigo blue, brown clay foot
• Decoration: aranami waves
• Presentation: a teapot with braided handle and 2 cups
• Style: Japanese

How to use

Brew a green tea in the teapot and serve it in the two cups, for a break for two.

As for care, wash it by hand: the braided handle is not dishwasher safe.

Frequently asked questions

What does aranami mean?

Aranami means "rough waves" in Japanese. This pattern evokes the strength of the sea and courage in the face of hardship.