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Houhin Teapot (宝瓶), which can be translated as "Treasure Vessel", is a unique and versatile Japanese tea-brewing vessel, similar to a Chinese Gaiwan (盖碗) or a Japanese Shiboridashi (絞り出し). Houhin's design is both practical and elegant, with...
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A joy to use
A sturdy little gaiwan that feels good in the hand and is easy to clean. I like that the shape and the texture allow for a good grip, so you don’t have to worry about it becoming slippery under the running water when you’re rinsing it out. It may feel a bit heavy for some; with the lid on it weighs 225 grams when empty. But for me it feels good, solid, and easy to work with.
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Theo · February 12, 2026
I love this Shiboridashi
I have small hands but the construction of this vessel makes it easy to use. The rim is constructed such that it doesn't get hot, unlike so many porcelain gaiwans that have burned by fingers! It is a non-porous stoneware. I had read (and now agree) that certain teas such as yan cha are best when not brewed in Yixing. This is ideal for yan cha and also greener oolongs. I am having it now with the "Award Winning Ali Shan Milk Oolong" and they work great together. The "functional" size of the shiboridashi is about 85 to 90 ml, so ideal for a solo tea session.
