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Gong Fu Cha

Literally translated as "tea with effort", Gong Fu Cha is one of the most traditional ways to brew Chinese teas. Whole leaves are brewed in a small teapot, and water is added to the same tea leaves several times. In effect, we think of this like brewing an espresso instead of a large pot of coffee - the process requires a bit more time and focus, but produces a more intense flavor.

  • Apprentice Yixing, Style 723
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    A classic shipiao ("stone ladle") teapot, rendered in traditional zini (purple clay) for a timeless aesthetic.

    Our Yixing teapots are half-handmade. A manual mold is used to assist the artisan in forming the body and lid of the vessel, while the spout, handle, and knob are formed freehand; the final teapot is...


  • Artisan Yixing, Style 634
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    A uniquely designed teapot, rendered in revered zhuni (vermillion clay).

    Our Yixing teapots are half-handmade. A manual mold is used to assist the artisan in forming the body and lid of the vessel, while the spout, handle, and knob are formed freehand; the final teapot is assembled and finished entirely...


  • Artisan Yixing, Style 635
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    A practical teapot, rendered in revered zhuni (vermillion clay).

    Our Yixing teapots are half-handmade. A manual mold is used to assist the artisan in forming the body and lid of the vessel, while the spout, handle, and knob are formed freehand; the final teapot is assembled and finished entirely...


  • Master Yixing, Style 552
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    A spacious teapot, rendered in revered zhuni (vermillion clay).

    Our Yixing teapots are half-handmade. A manual mold is used to assist the artisan in forming the body and lid of the vessel, while the spout, handle, and knob are formed freehand; the final teapot is assembled and finished entirely...


  • Master Yixing, Style 553
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    A classic fanggu ("ancient-style") teapot, rendered in revered zhuni (vermillion clay).

    Our Yixing teapots are half-handmade. A manual mold is used to assist the artisan in forming the body and lid of the vessel, while the spout, handle, and knob are formed freehand; the final teapot is assembled...


  • Reserve Yixing, Style 810
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    An exquisitely crafted shipiao ("stone ladle") teapot, rendered in revered zhuni (vermillion clay).

    Our Yixing teapots are half-handmade. A manual mold is used to assist the artisan in forming the body and lid of the vessel, while the spout, handle, and knob are formed freehand; the final teapot is assembled...


  • Reserve Yixing, Style 811
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    An exquisitely crafted xubian-style teapot, rendered in revered zhuni (vermillion clay).

    Our Yixing teapots are half-handmade. A manual mold is used to assist the artisan in forming the body and lid of the vessel, while the spout, handle, and knob are formed freehand; the final teapot is assembled and finished...


  • Ru Kiln Shiboridashi
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    With an elegant glaze and refined shape, this Japanese-inspired tea brewing vessel is glazed in the classic Ru Kiln style of China's Song Dynasty. Crafted by nationally...


  • Ru Kiln Lotus Tray: Medium
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    Part of our Song Kiln Collection, this Taiwanese-style cha cheng is inspired by the celadon ware of the Song Dynasty's Imperial Ru Kiln.

    Handcrafted from dark clay and glazed with classic Ru-style celadon, this unique tea tray was commissioned from Taiwanese ceramicist Xu De Jia....


  • Ru Kiln Lotus Tray: Small
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    Part of our Song Kiln Collection, this Taiwanese-style cha cheng is inspired by the celadon ware of the Song Dynasty's Imperial Ru Kiln.

    Handcrafted from dark clay and glazed with classic Ru-style celadon, this unique tea tray was commissioned from Taiwanese ceramicist Xu De Jia....


  • Leaf Trivet
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    Leaf Trivet

    $12.00

    Crafted from artfully glazed Japanese ceramic, our leaf trivets cradle a traditional tea tasting cup or a small serving of snacks to elevate your ritual.


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