Vintage Kutani Teapot | Red Maple Leaf Motif | Crackle Glaze Japanese Tea Ware

Decorative Motif

The teapot is hand-painted with vibrant red maple leaves (momiji), a classic Japanese autumn motif symbolizing transience and quiet beauty.
The dynamic brushwork contrasts beautifully with the pale ground, while the natural crackle glaze (kannyū) adds depth and age, creating a surface rich in texture and visual movement.

Teapot Type & Characteristics

This is a vintage Kutani-yaki ceramic teapot, known for expressive painting and decorative richness.
The crackle glaze forms naturally during firing, making each piece visually unique.
Equipped with an integrated ceramic filter, suitable for Japanese loose-leaf teas.
The glazed interior is easy to clean and appropriate for regular tea use.

Recommended Tea Use

• Sencha: Enhances aroma while maintaining balance

• Kabusecha: Complements mellow sweetness

• Gyokuro: Suitable for careful, low-temperature brewing

• Hojicha / Genmaicha: Works well with roasted, aromatic profiles

For US / EU / UK tea drinkers:
Ideal for those who appreciate Japanese ceramics with strong visual identity and seasonal symbolism, or collectors seeking a functional yet decorative teapot rooted in traditional aesthetics.

Teapot Capacity

450 ml (15.22 fl oz)