{"product_id":"uma-arera-nanbu-gata","title":"Uma Arera Nanbu Gata Shape Japan Tetsubin Iron Kettle by Koizumi Nizaemon XI","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"289\"\u003eJapan Nanbu Tetsubin – Koizumi Nizaemon XI, Uma Arare Nabu Gata (南部形馬文)\u003cbr data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"199\"\u003eWith Original Wooden Presentation Box | Imperial Kettle Maker – Okamaya Koizumi Nizaemon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"515\" class=\"\"\u003eThis exceptional \u003cstrong data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"332\"\u003eNanbu-style tetsubin\u003c\/strong\u003e, created by \u003cstrong data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"368\"\u003eKoizumi Nizaemon XI\u003c\/strong\u003e, master of the prestigious Okamaya and eleventh-generation Imperial Kettle Maker, embodies the harmony of form, function, and cultural depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"734\" class=\"\"\u003eCrafted in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"532\" data-end=\"559\"\u003eclassic Nabu Gata (南部形)\u003c\/strong\u003e shape—broad at the base and gently tapering like Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji—this kettle offers a timeless silhouette beloved by seasoned tea connoisseurs and collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"1220\" class=\"\"\u003eThe highlight of this piece lies in its motif: \u003cstrong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"809\"\u003ethree galloping horses\u003c\/strong\u003e, elegantly cast onto the kettle’s body. These majestic horses are not merely decorative. They are based on the original artwork of one of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003emost renowned Japanese painters of the Edo period\u003c\/strong\u003e, capturing the dynamic spirit, freedom, and strength traditionally associated with horses in Japanese art and folklore. Their presence evokes motion, vitality, and poetic beauty—a rare sight on a functional vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1445\" class=\"\"\u003eThis shape is the hallmark of Nanbu tetsubin, symbolising abundance and balance. This tactile finish complements the strength of the form and enhances grip and visual interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1766\" class=\"\"\u003eForged in traditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003ecast iron\u003c\/strong\u003e, this kettle not only retains heat exceptionally well but also enhances the quality of water by enriching it with trace iron. It is particularly well-suited for brewing rich teas such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003ePuErh, roasted Wuyi rock tea, and aged oolongs\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing out their full depth and mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"2004\" class=\"\"\u003eAs with all works from Koizumi Nizaemon’s workshop, this kettle comes with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003ehand-signed kiri-bako\u003c\/strong\u003e (Japanese paulownia wood box), certifying its authenticity and honouring the lineage of craftsmanship passed down for over 350 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2027\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Maker: Koizumi Nizaemon XI (御釜屋 Okamaya)\u003cbr\u003e- Origin: Nanbu, Morioka, Japan\u003cbr\u003e- Shape: Nabu Gata (南部形 – classic Fuji-mountain silhouette)\u003cbr\u003e- Motif: Uma (馬文 – Three galloping horses from Edo-period Japanese art)\u003cbr\u003e- Material: Cast Iron\u003cbr\u003e- Packaging: Signed kiri-bako (original wooden box)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2561\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2561\"\u003eAn heirloom-quality tetsubin—where Edo-period artistry meets modern-day functionality. Perfect for collectors, tea masters, and lovers of traditional Japanese craft.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox 1.8L W 17.5, H 11, Base 14.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1444\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003e🧬 More Than a Kettle — A Legacy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1615\" class=\"\"\u003eWhether for tea ceremony, modern kitchen, or heirloom collection, this kettle is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eliving sculpture\u003c\/strong\u003e — combining functionality with elegance and deep cultural value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1743\" class=\"\"\u003e🔒 We are the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eexclusive global distributor\u003c\/strong\u003e of Koizumi Nizaemon kettles. 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