{"product_id":"antique-japanese-iron-tetsubin-kettle-teapot-nanbu-tekki-t171","title":"Antique Japanese Cast Iron Tetsubin Kettle Teapot Tea Ceremony Nanbu Tekki T171","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Japanese \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNanbu Tekki Cast Iron Kettle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique Japanese Nambu tekki cast iron kettle, or \u003cem\u003eTetsubin\u003c\/em\u003e. It has a dotted \"arare\" pattern throughout and a simple brass handle attached at three points. The handle is non-movable and the lid is thin brass with a stylish polished green stone finial on top.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eTetsubin began to be used in tea ceremonies in the late Edo period. Efficacy: Boiling water in an iron kettle makes the water milder and tastier, as well as providing iron to nourish the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron, brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1880\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 1260 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 2900 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 23 cm long x 17.5 cm wide x 20.5 cm tall x 8.5 cm deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering its age. Rust. Marks and discolorations. Oxidation on brass lid. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e: We ship worldwide by Japan Post.  Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitchen \u0026 Tableware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43404016189475,"sku":"T171-tetsubin","price":208.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260729_110845.jpg?v=1785290931","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-ca\/products\/antique-japanese-iron-tetsubin-kettle-teapot-nanbu-tekki-t171","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}