Vintage Midcentury Four Piece Japanese Kutani Teapot Set

Elevate your tea ritual or home decor with this beautifully crafted vintage Japanese Kutani-yaki tea set. This 4-piece set includes a side-handled yokode kyūsu teapot and three yunomi cups, each adorned with a unique mid-century leaf motif in red, earthy brown, gold, and cream/very light celadon tones.

Crafted in Japan, this set features a delicate crackle glaze and hand-painted leaf patterns. The spout of the teapot and bases of the cups are signed in red kanji with the mark 九谷焼 (Kutani-yaki), indicating its provenance in one of Japan’s most renowned porcelain traditions.

Set Includes:

• 1 Yokode Kyūsu Teapot (side handle)
  • Measures: Height: approx. 4.5 inches, Width (including handle/spout): approx. 4.5 inches
• 3 Yunomi Cups (handleless tea cups)
  • Measures: Height: approx. 3.25 inches, Diameter: approx. 2 inches

Details:

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Mid-20th century (circa 1950s–1970s)
• Material: Porcelain with overglaze enamel and gilding
• Design: Red, brown and cream leaf motif, crackled glaze
• Marking: Red Kutani-yaki kanji on teapot spout and cup bases

Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or repairs. Minor age-appropriate crazing in glaze and minor losses of gilding. Please refer to images for overall condition.

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