Tetsubin / Iron Tea Pots

Tetsubin or cast Iron Pots were first used throughout Japan as kettles to boil water over open fire and were usually hung above a hearth to also provide heat and humidity in cold weather. In 19th century as infused teas such as Sencha became popular, brewing and serving the tea to friends and family in a tetsubin also became very popular. Designs and shapes have since evolved from simple and plain to detailed and ornate work of art as we know them today.