Object Care

Care & Guides

How to live with handmade Japanese pieces — categorized care knowledge for every material in your collection.

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• EssentialsRemoving Tea Stains (Cha-shibu) From Japanese Cups & Teapots Remove tea stains according to the vessel and cleaner instructions. Protect decoration and repairs, keep strainers clear, and...
• CeramicsKyusu Teapot Care: Cleaning, Strainers, and Tea Stains How to rinse and dry a Japanese kyusu, clear its strainer and handle tea stains. Maker-specific care for...

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