Japanese Tea Cup Set "Kodai" - High Footed (100cc, Set of 4)

Elevate your hosting experience with the "Kodai" Japanese tea cup set by Nankei Pottery (est. 1913). These cups feature a sophisticated high-footed design (Kodai) that adds a formal, refined presence to any Japanese tea set. The glossy porcelain surface is adorned with "Kannyu" (crackle glaze), an intricate web of delicate lines unique to every piece. With a recommended 70cc (2.4oz) capacity, these chawan are perfectly sized for serving premium sencha to guests. Over time, the tea’s natural pigments settle into the crackles, allowing each cup to develop a rich, personal character. Handcrafted with 300 years of Banko-yaki heritage, this set brings mindful functional beauty and a touch of Zen to your contemporary rituals.

Product details

• Quantity: 4 Teacups Dimension (Teacups): W7.4 cm (2.9 in) × H5.5 cm (2.2 in) 
• Capacity (Teacup): 70cc (Recommended) / 100cc (Full) 
• Material: Porcelain with Crackle Glaze (Kannyu) 
• Origin: Made in Mie, Japan 
• Brand: Nankei Pottery

Banko-yaki: 300 Years of Tradition in Japanese Pottery and Tea Culture

Banko-yaki is a type of pottery that originated during the Edo period and boasts a history of over 300 years. Its name reflects a wish for “eternal prosperity and excellence.” Although it experienced a period of decline, the craft was revitalized by kilns in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, where it flourished alongside the rise of sencha tea culture. Banko-yaki teapots are renowned for their distinctive combination of durability and lightness, and, together with Tokoname-yaki, they continue to play a vital role in supporting Japan's tea culture.

Crafting Elegance in Banko-yaki Since 1913

Founded in 1913, Nankei Pottery is a kiln based in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture, specializing in Banko-yaki teapots and teacups. Their products blend traditional craftsmanship with modern sensibilities, offering both the functionality needed for brewing delicious tea and a simple elegance that complements everyday life. Every step of the production process is managed in-house, ensuring meticulous quality control, and each piece is carefully finished by the hands of skilled artisans. Through their thoughtfully crafted tea utensils, Nankei Pottery enriches quiet moments of tea time, delivering the joy of use and the pleasure of brewing.

Elegant High-Footed Japanese Tea Cup Set with Crackle Glaze

The "Kodai" Japanese tea cup set by Nankei Pottery brings timeless elegance to your tea rituals. Featuring a sophisticated high-footed design (W2.9" x H2.2" / 74 x 55 mm), these cups offer a refined presence perfect for hosting guests. The glossy porcelain surface is adorned with "Kannyu" (crackle glaze), creating intricate, unique patterns on every piece. With a 3.4oz (100cc) capacity, they fit perfectly in your palm. Over time, the crackles absorb the tea's color, allowing the vessel to develop a rich, personal character. This Japanese tea cup set is a soulful blend of 300-year Banko-yaki heritage and mindful functional beauty.