SKU M276

Wazuqu Muji teapot

Japanese cast-iron teapot

CHF 240.00

This cast iron teapot represents the accumulated mastery developed over centuries at the WAZUQU foundry. The Japanese name Muji translates to "plain, withou...

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This cast iron teapot represents the accumulated mastery developed over centuries at the WAZUQU foundry.

The Japanese name Muji translates to "plain, without pattern" and signals its restrained, unadorned aesthetic that allows the material to occupy the foreground, endowing the piece with sophisticated appeal. This design philosophy aligns with the aesthetic and spiritual concept of wabi-sabi, which originates from the tea ceremony. Wabi captures beauty in its simplest manifestation, occasionally bearing the marks of imperfection, while sabi honors the grace that objects acquire as they age.

Equipped with a delicately contoured spout for precise pouring and a stainless steel filter, the Muji teapot seamlessly merges utility with elegance.

Wazuqu teapots are a pleasure to use and weigh approximately 25 percent less on average than conventional Japanese cast iron teapots, reflecting over four centuries of refinement in Japanese craftsmanship.

Advices

Before using your teapot for the first time, follow the steps below: 
1 – Fill the teapot with boiling water. 
2 – Wait for a minute, and then empty out the water. 
3 – While the teapot is still warm, wipe the outside with a dry cloth. 
4 – Repeat this process 3 or 4 times. 
5 – Leave the teapot to dry naturally, inside and out, for about 30 minutes. 

To preserve the quality and beauty of your teapot, follow the steps below: 
1 – After using the teapot, rinse it out with hot water, avoiding the use of detergents. 
2 – Dry the outside of the teapot while it is still warm. 
3 – Never use an abrasive sponge to clean your teapot; instead, wipe it with a soft cloth. 
4 – Always leave the inside of the pot to dry with the lid off. 
5 – To avoid stains and rings, never leave water or tea in your teapot for too long. 
6 – Before putting your teapot away, be sure that it is completely dry, inside and out and if possible, store the lid separately.