Kyoto Tenmoku Japanese Handmade Teacups Collection Traditional mild oxidation stage that softens

mild oxidation stage that softens the sharpness of green tea and transforms both texture and flavor

Depending on the producer and style

and passed down

with a subtle hint of ripe apricot

and limited sunlight create ideal growing conditions

Kyoto Tenmoku Japanese Handmade Teacups Collection Traditional mild oxidation stage that softensKyoto Tenmoku Teacups () Tenmoku () is one of the most revered ceramic traditions in the tea world. The style traces its roots to black glazed tea bowls brought from China to Japan by Buddhist monks and later became highly treasured in Japanese tea culture. Kyoto artisans have developed their own interpretation of Tenmoku within the tradition of Ky yaki (Kyoto ware), producing cups with deep iron rich glazes that range from jet black to shimmering oil