{"title":"Gyokkô II.","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/9851\/3737\/files\/1F10B2D2-6540-4B1B-BFF3-D11B43729F14_1_105_c_480x480.jpg?v=1731443117\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmehara Hirotaka’s artistic name is Gyokkô II. (玉光, Jewel Sparkle). He took over the long-established Gyokkô kiln from his father, Harutaka Umehara, in 1988, and was appointed a Traditional Craftsperson (伝統工芸士) in 1994. Since 2013, his son Yukitaka has been managing the kiln’s business and working in the family company. The kiln is now in its third generation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts main products include teapots, teacups, tableware, and flower vases. However, the kiln is best known for its versatile teapots, which can be found \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eall over the country.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gyokko-shiboridashi-50-ml-kopie","title":"Gyokkô Shiboridashi 50 ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis shiboridashi was crafted by Umehara Hirotaka. The top and bottom surfaces fit together so well that no strainer is needed to separate the leaves from the infusion. The shiboridashi has a smooth surface. In the oxidation firing, the iron-containing clay turned red. B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eecause of its size, the shiboridashi is particularly well suited for preparing kabusecha and gyokuro. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Umehara Hirotaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51554656878921,"sku":"Gyokko-4-514","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/9851\/3737\/files\/LP162650.jpg?v=1737046338"},{"product_id":"gyokko-kyusu-210-ml","title":"Gyokkô Kyûsu 210 ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"216\"\u003eStoneware\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"216\"\u003eThis kyusu by \u003cstrong data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"68\"\u003eGyokkô II.\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eTokoname\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is an example of classic \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eTokoname pottery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eusing the decorative \u003cem\u003emogake\u003c\/em\u003e technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"584\"\u003eIn the \u003cem\u003emogake process\u003c\/em\u003e, algae fibers are applied to the leather-hard clay and fired with it. The firing creates characteristic fine lines and subtle color variations on the surface. The pattern is not applied but emerges directly from the interplay between natural material and fire. Each pot therefore has a unique design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eThe shape is flat and well-proportioned. The side handle allows for a stable grip and precise pouring. The spout is neatly crafted and supports a smooth, drip-free flow. Inside is a finely crafted ceramic filter, which is particularly suitable for Japanese green teas and requires no metal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Umehara Hirotaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53908782416201,"sku":"Gyokkô 311","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/9851\/3737\/files\/LP150621.jpg?v=1771714042"},{"product_id":"gyokko-kyusu-210-ml-1","title":"Gyokkô II. 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Each pot therefore has a unique design and \u003cstrong\u003emay therefore differ slightly from the photo\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape is flat and well-proportioned. The side handle allows for a stable grip and precise pouring. The spout is neatly crafted and supports a smooth, drip-free flow. Inside is a finely crafted ceramic filter, which is particularly suitable for Japanese green teas and requires no metal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Umehara Hirotaka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54983894303049,"sku":"Gyokkô 321","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0910\/9851\/3737\/files\/LP160495.jpg?v=1785702663"},{"product_id":"gyokko-ii-kyusu-240-ml","title":"Gyokkô II. 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As the seaweed leaves a different pattern with each firing, every Mogake Kyûsu is a unique piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe harmoniously rounded shape fits comfortably in the hand and, together with the precisely crafted side handle, ensures balanced handling. The long, elegantly shaped spout allows for a steady, controlled, and virtually drip-free stream of tea, making the pot particularly suitable for several short infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA ceramic mesh filter (セラメッシュ) is integrated inside. This finely crafted ceramic filter is formed directly from the body of the pot and provides an exceptionally large filtering surface. Even the finest tea leaves are reliably retained, while the water can flow freely. 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