Nambu Ironware Teapot/Kettle, Shippou Black Yaki, Teapot | Pot | Direct Fire

Body: cast iron, tea strainer: Stainless Steel Size: Approx. 15.5 x 14.5 x H15.5cm (including handle) Capacity: 600ml Nambu ironware is a traditional craft with 400 years of history. Morioka has long been a place where iron resources such as iron sand and iron ore, as well as raw materials such as river sand, clay, lacquer, and charcoal have been abundant. All of this was produced locally and the land was well suited to the foundry industry. It is said that modern-day Nambu iron kettles were invented by adding a spout and handle to the tea kettle used in the tea ceremony. This is an iron kettle teapot made by a long-established Nanbu ironware manufacturer founded in 1902. Shippo patterns are traditional yet have a modern feel that suits today's lifestyles. It can be placed over an open flame or used as a teapot. Recommended for everyday boiling water. ◎Can be used over direct flame ◎Iron dissolves from boiled water ＜Care Instructions＞ After use, wash with hot water and remove excess water. Leaving the product with water on it may cause rust. -The product has been baked on to prevent rust, so please avoid scrubbing it with a scrubbing pad or other object. ・Red spots or other patterns (rust) may appear as you use the product, but please do not rub them with your hands or a scrubbing pad. If the boiled water does not turn brown, there is no problem with the quality. ・The tannins in the tea may react with iron and turn the tea black. If you rinse any remaining tea with hot water before using it, the color will be reduced. *We cannot accept returns due to customer convenience. I bought it by mistake ・It was different from what I expected (size, texture, color, color tone, feel) Please note that we cannot accept returns or exchanges due to customer reasons, such as the above.