This Kutani tea-for-two set pairs a 400 ml teapot with two yunomi cups. One cup is turquoise green, or aoume (“green plum”); the other is iron red, or akaume (“red plum”). White plum blossoms cross both colours, finished with fine red linework.
Set: One teapot and two yunomi cups
Teapot capacity: 400 ml
Decoration: Plum blossoms in Kutani overglaze colour
Set name: Ikoi-zoroe (憩い揃), “a set for relaxation”
Packaging: Decorative box
Ware: Kutani-yaki
Origin: Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
The two contrasting cup colours make each place easy to distinguish while keeping the plum pattern continuous across the set. Browse more in our teapots and tea sets collection.
Details & dimensions
Set contents: 1 teapot and 2 yunomi cups
Material: Porcelain
Origin: Made in Japan
Style: Kutani ware / plum blossom motif (Aoume Akaume 青梅赤梅)
Teapot capacity: approx. 400 ml (13.5 fl oz)
Yunomi (large): 7.2 cm diameter × 8.2 cm height (2.8 × 3.2 in)
Yunomi (small): 6.8 cm diameter × 7.8 cm height (2.7 × 3.1 in)
Packaging: Decorative gift box with Kutani ware seal
Shipping, duties & delivery
Ships from Japan.
Orders are typically dispatched within 1–3 business days after payment is confirmed.
Estimated delivery times vary by destination and may be affected by customs clearance, public holidays, and local carrier conditions.
Buyers are responsible for any customs duties, VAT, and import taxes that may apply in the destination country.
Packaging & gifting
Includes a decorative gift box.
Carefully packed for gifting and safe delivery from Japan.
Fragile items are additionally packed with protective wrapping and cushioning materials for international delivery.
Care instructions
Hand-wash recommended. To protect the hand-painted overglaze enamel, avoid microwave, dishwasher, and sudden temperature changes.
Because Kutani ware pieces may show slight differences in brushwork, glaze tone, and finish, each set may vary slightly — that individuality is part of its charm.
Returns / damage support
Returns and exchanges are accepted within 30 days of delivery for eligible items. For a standard return or exchange, return shipping is the buyer's responsibility, and items must be returned in their original condition and packaging.
If your item arrives damaged, defective, or significantly different from the description, please contact us as soon as possible after delivery with clear photos of the item and packaging. ZenKiln will cover the reasonable return or replacement cost where applicable.
Cancellations are accepted within 12 hours of purchase. See our Refund Policy for full terms.
