Black Nanban Traditional Japanese Tea Pot Set | Made in Japan

✦ Why We Love It

Matt and gloss, earth and shadow — a tea set with real character.
Made in Japan, rooted in a tradition that has been turning heads since the 16th century.

The Black Nanban Traditional Japanese Tea Pot Set is one of those pieces that looks even better in person. The two-tone matt and gloss black speckled glaze has a depth to it that changes depending on the light — understated from across the room, quietly extraordinary up close. We picked this one because it feels genuinely different from anything else on the market.

Made in Japan from quality porcelain, the teapot has a built-in integrated sieve and a removable bamboo handle that gives it a warm, natural contrast against the dark glaze. Four matching handleless cups complete the set. Dishwasher safe (remove the bamboo handle first), and presented in a smart black gift box — it arrives ready to give, or ready to keep.

✦ The Meaning Behind Nanban

南蛮 — Nanban

Nanban (南蛮) means “Southern Barbarian” — a term used in 16th-century Japan to describe the foreign traders and missionaries who arrived by sea, bringing new artistic influences with them. In Japanese ceramics, Nanban-style pottery became celebrated for its natural textures, earthy finishes, and quiet beauty. This tea set carries that spirit: bold enough to be noticed, restrained enough to feel timeless.

✦ What’s Included

• 1 × Black Nanban porcelain teapot (kyūsu, 急須) — 700ml, with removable bamboo handle and built-in integrated sieve
• 4 × matching handleless tea cups (yunomi) — 200ml each
• Presented in a smart black gift box

✦ Why Shop With Tokyo Gallery?

• Sourced directly from Japan — authentic pieces, not imitations
• Free gift wrapping on every order
• Trusted by customers across the UK and worldwide
• Every piece chosen with care and pride

✦ Perfect For

A birthday gift, Christmas gift, housewarming gift, wedding gift, anniversary gift, or a treat for the tea lover who appreciates something with real craft behind it. The black gift box means it arrives looking exactly as special as it is.

南蛮 — Nanban. Where tradition meets quiet drama.

✦ Product Details

• Made in Japan
• Material: porcelain body, removable bamboo handle, stainless-steel sieve
• Glaze: two-tone matt and gloss black speckled
• Dishwasher safe (remove bamboo handle before washing)
• Built-in integrated sieve
• Presented in a smart black gift box
• Suitable for home and restaurant use

Size & Details

• Teapot: 700ml | 15cm long × 11cm wide × 11.5cm high
• Tea cups (×4): 200ml | 6cm high × 9cm diameter
• Weight: 1kg

At Tokyo Gallery, we believe in quality — every piece we carry is chosen with care.

✦ Order Today

Your Japanese tea ritual starts here.
Order today. Arrive beautifully.