Origin: Japan

Material: cast iron

Volume: 800 ml

Color: dark brown

Tetsubin is used to boil water and can be placed on an open flame. It can be small in volume from 0.5 liters to as much as 5 liters.  Unlike Tetsukyusu, tea cannot be prepared in it, since it is not coated with enamel on the inside, which is the main difference from Tetsukyusu.

In addition to the fact that the iron material of the kettle enriches the water cooked in it, it also smoothes and improves the taste of the water. This makes it perfect for making delicate Japanese teas. The taste of tea made with water boiled in Tetsubino that remains in the mouth becomes more pronounced and sweeter.

Tetsukyusu, unlike Tetsubin, is used to brew tea. As the inside of Tetsukyus is lined with enamel, tea or hot water can be placed in it even for a long time. However, it should not be heated over an open fire. Therefore, Tetsukyusu teapots are used to make tea, and not to boil water like Tetsubini.

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Use and maintenance:

• Before using it for the first time, rinse Tetsubin with cold water, then boil the water in it several times and discard it until it becomes clean.
• Tetsubin should be used on a flame, i.e. a gas stove or open fire. Not suitable for electric stoves.
• Do not pour cold water into hot Tetsubin . This may cause damage and cracking.
• Do not leave water in Tetsubino for long periods of time and it should be wiped and dried inside and out immediately after use to prevent rusting. Always use a dry cloth.
• Before storing, make sure the inside of the Tetub is completely dry.
• If you have not used Tetsubin for a long time, repeat the first step of these instructions.
• Do not microwave or dishwasher
• Wash with water and a clean cloth
• Wipe with a dry cloth after washing