Aug 12th, '11, 12:05
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by Nathaniel87 » Aug 12th, '11, 12:05
Yay for moving up in the poll. I just got my second kyusu after using my first Tokoname Kyusu for more than a year of almost daily use.
I ordered this small 150mL kyusu from Hojo because I loved the size and the fact that it was direct filter. The clay is very soft to the touch and it has a "wet" look that makes it seem like it hasn't been in the kiln yet. It almost looks unfinished in a way but that is part of what attracted me to this pot.
Anyway, enjoy the pics fellow pot-heads
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Aug 12th, '11, 12:49
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by Chip » Aug 12th, '11, 12:49
... now you need a third, though this one may have busted your budget.
I would be curious what teas you use this one for with its direct wall screen! I guess more I am wondering if you use it for fukamushi?
Aug 12th, '11, 21:47
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by Nathaniel87 » Aug 12th, '11, 21:47
Unfortunately, my order from Ippodo was delayed a week or two (and will be from every Japanese provider I order from) because Korea is requiring certification of tea on every order sent out because of the radiation scare.
So the only tea I have been able to use so far was a deep steamed kagoshima sencha that I bought at a department store in Hakata when I was there last week.
If I keep the ratio down to .6 g/ounce then it works beautifully and pours without any problems. However, when I brewed it at 1-1 it clogged up--perhaps not because of the direct filter itself but because the small size of the pot doesn't give the little floating fuka particles much place to go.
I have an order of Korean Sejak (which I am debating whether I should try in this pot or not) and the Ippodo order coming soon, so I am looking forward to testing it with something a bit more manageable.
Aug 12th, '11, 23:51
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by Tead Off » Aug 12th, '11, 23:51
Nathaniel87 wrote:
I have an order of Korean Sejak (which I am debating whether I should try in this pot or not) and the Ippodo order coming soon, so I am looking forward to testing it with something a bit more manageable.
Hopefully, you'll be trying that Sejak in a Korean style kyusu. (whisper)I heard there will be an offering of Hong Seong Il's Korean style kyusus posted in Teamerchandiser.
couldn't resist, Chip.
Aug 12th, '11, 23:58
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by Nathaniel87 » Aug 12th, '11, 23:58
Funny you should mention it- I just saw those on his blog this morning. Curious what the sizes are though. Regardless, definitely see one in my future.
Aug 13th, '11, 01:28
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by Chip » Aug 13th, '11, 01:28
Funny, just got some Sejak from a member. And I am definitely going to give it a go in one or the other Seong-il pots that are looking for the right tea(s).
Generally his pots are on the small side. 120 ml or less.
Aug 13th, '11, 10:39
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by Tead Off » Aug 13th, '11, 10:39
Nathaniel87 wrote:Funny you should mention it- I just saw those on his blog this morning. Curious what the sizes are though. Regardless, definitely see one in my future.
You can view the new work NOW!
Aug 13th, '11, 10:44
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by Chip » Aug 13th, '11, 10:44
Chip wrote:Generally his pots are on the small side. 120 ml or less.
... which makes them ideal for Korean greens ...
Aug 15th, '11, 22:50
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by Running for Tea » Aug 15th, '11, 22:50
I ordered my first kyusu from Den's tea today! It is the Teapot Yutori for $19. I read a lot around here that Den's had great starter pots (bombproof
). I will post up some pictures when it arrives (hopefully this week
)
Aug 15th, '11, 23:39
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by Chip » Aug 15th, '11, 23:39
Running for Tea wrote:I ordered my first kyusu from Den's tea today! It is the Teapot Yutori for $19. I read a lot around here that Den's had great starter pots (bombproof
). I will post up some pictures when it arrives (hopefully this week
)
Cool, this is a great first kyusu, especially for a student who may need the "bombproof" feature!
But this will be a very forgiving kyusu.
And when you upgrade, this can be your travel kyusu! (keep the box, great for traveling tea)
Aug 15th, '11, 23:47
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by IPT » Aug 15th, '11, 23:47
From what I hear, I think cat-proof is a far more important feature than bomb-proof.
Aug 16th, '11, 11:06
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by Running for Tea » Aug 16th, '11, 11:06
IPT wrote:From what I hear, I think cat-proof is a far more important feature than bomb-proof.
I don't have a cat, so I'm safe there... but I do have a college roommate. Does he count as a bomb?
Aug 16th, '11, 11:11
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by Running for Tea » Aug 16th, '11, 11:11
Chip wrote:And when you upgrade, this can be your travel kyusu! (keep the box, great for traveling tea)
I will definitely do this! Great advice Chip, thanks!
Aug 19th, '11, 11:27
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by karmaplace » Aug 19th, '11, 11:27
Nathaniel87 wrote:Unfortunately, my order from Ippodo was delayed a week or two (and will be from every Japanese provider I order from) because Korea is requiring certification of tea on every order sent out because of the radiation scare.
I haven't had any delays on any of my tea orders from Japan. What shipping have you been using?
Aug 19th, '11, 12:14
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by Nathaniel87 » Aug 19th, '11, 12:14
So you haven't had any trouble ordering from Japan? The shipping itself isn't any slower...still comes on the second day or third day, but from purchase to shipment takes 10-12 days at Ippodo because they told me they are required to apply for some certification before they send out the order.
You haven't had this sort of trouble yet?
