Inoue Tea Hisuitaru Green Mino-yaki Yunomi - Japanese Teacup

This Inoue teacup brings the heritage of Mino-yaki pottery into your daily tea ritual. Crafted from the native clay of Gifu Prefecture, this hand-formed cup embodies centuries of Japanese ceramic tradition—a style recognized as Japan's oldest pottery, with roots reaching back to the 7th century.

The Hisuitaru Green design captures the essence of nature with organic, coarse clay that honors tea ceremony aesthetics. Its modest dimensions make it ideal for savoring premium loose-leaf teas, matcha, or genmaicha, while the natural glazing enhances both flavor and the meditative pace of tea drinking.

Why You'll Love This Inoue Teacup

• Authentic Mino-yaki craftsmanship — handmade from clay sourced in Gifu, Japan
• Perfect serving size — 8-ounce capacity holds a single, unhurried brew
• Tactile beauty — coarse, organic finish connects you to traditional Japanese tea culture
• Durable everyday piece — designed for regular use and hand washing

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Inoue Tea Hisuitaru Green Mino-yaki Yunomi best used for?
  This cup works beautifully for any loose-leaf tea, but especially shines with premium Japanese greens, matcha whisked into warm water, or genmaicha. The clay's porous nature allows subtle flavor notes to emerge.
• How should I care for my Inoue teacup?
  Hand wash only to preserve the glaze and clay integrity. Avoid the dishwasher and prolonged soaking.
• Is this teacup food-safe?
  Yes—it's made from food-grade Japanese pottery and safe for hot beverages.

Specifications:

• Width: 2.6 inches
• Height: 2.7 inches
• Capacity: 8 ounces (236 ml)
• Material: Mino-yaki ceramic (Gifu Prefecture clay)
• Origin: Japan
• Care: Hand wash

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