Takatori Ware Mizusashi Water Jug
Takatori Ware Mimitsuki Mizusashi (Water Jug/Jar) for Tea Ceremony
Takatori Ware originates from Fukuoka Prefecture, dating back to the 1600s when the first kiln was built at the foot of Mt Takatori in the area now known as Nogata City
Characteristics include porcelain-like thinness and lightness, uses seven different coloured glazes, and having a fine-textured clay
Flicking Takatori Ware with your fingers produces a high note due to its thinness
Glazes are blended with iron rust, straw ash, wood ash, and feldspar to create various colours
A Mizuhashi is a lidded container used in tea ceremony to hold fresh cold water for replenishing the kettle and rinsing the tea bowl and whisk
Mimitsuki,meaning “with ears”, refers to small lugs or handles attached to the sides of the vessel
Marked “Aoyagi Suiho (kiln)” on the base
SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER 13.5CM (5.3") X HEIGHT (not including lid handle) 14.1CM (5.6")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
872 Grams
CONDITION - EXCELLENT
The dent at the front of the jar is intentional and part of the design. A brown glaze spot inside the jar is a drip from the production process. Overall excellent condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
US Customers - From August 29, 2025, US Customs is applying additional import fees on parcels entering the country. Please check with your local customs office for details.
⚠️Shipping to the US has been temporarily paused and will resume once tariff rates for postal services become clear. (August 13, 2025)
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
Fragile items require extra wrapping for transit, which increases their weight, shipping fees, and overall pricing.
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Takatori Ware Mimitsuki Mizusashi (Water Jug/Jar) for Tea Ceremony
Takatori Ware originates from Fukuoka Prefecture, dating back to the 1600s when the first kiln was built at the foot of Mt Takatori in the area now known as Nogata City
Characteristics include porcelain-like thinness and lightness, uses seven different coloured glazes, and having a fine-textured clay
Flicking Takatori Ware with your fingers produces a high note due to its thinness
Glazes are blended with iron rust, straw ash, wood ash, and feldspar to create various colours
A Mizuhashi is a lidded container used in tea ceremony to hold fresh cold water for replenishing the kettle and rinsing the tea bowl and whisk
Mimitsuki,meaning “with ears”, refers to small lugs or handles attached to the sides of the vessel
Marked “Aoyagi Suiho (kiln)” on the base
SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER 13.5CM (5.3") X HEIGHT (not including lid handle) 14.1CM (5.6")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
872 Grams
CONDITION - EXCELLENT
The dent at the front of the jar is intentional and part of the design. A brown glaze spot inside the jar is a drip from the production process. Overall excellent condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
US Customers - From August 29, 2025, US Customs is applying additional import fees on parcels entering the country. Please check with your local customs office for details.
⚠️Shipping to the US has been temporarily paused and will resume once tariff rates for postal services become clear. (August 13, 2025)
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
Fragile items require extra wrapping for transit, which increases their weight, shipping fees, and overall pricing.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE TEA-RELATED ITEMS
Takatori Ware Mimitsuki Mizusashi (Water Jug/Jar) for Tea Ceremony
Takatori Ware originates from Fukuoka Prefecture, dating back to the 1600s when the first kiln was built at the foot of Mt Takatori in the area now known as Nogata City
Characteristics include porcelain-like thinness and lightness, uses seven different coloured glazes, and having a fine-textured clay
Flicking Takatori Ware with your fingers produces a high note due to its thinness
Glazes are blended with iron rust, straw ash, wood ash, and feldspar to create various colours
A Mizuhashi is a lidded container used in tea ceremony to hold fresh cold water for replenishing the kettle and rinsing the tea bowl and whisk
Mimitsuki,meaning “with ears”, refers to small lugs or handles attached to the sides of the vessel
Marked “Aoyagi Suiho (kiln)” on the base
SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER 13.5CM (5.3") X HEIGHT (not including lid handle) 14.1CM (5.6")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
872 Grams
CONDITION - EXCELLENT
The dent at the front of the jar is intentional and part of the design. A brown glaze spot inside the jar is a drip from the production process. Overall excellent condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
US Customers - From August 29, 2025, US Customs is applying additional import fees on parcels entering the country. Please check with your local customs office for details.
⚠️Shipping to the US has been temporarily paused and will resume once tariff rates for postal services become clear. (August 13, 2025)
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
Fragile items require extra wrapping for transit, which increases their weight, shipping fees, and overall pricing.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE TEA-RELATED ITEMS