Tenmoku Tea Cups

Discover our premium Tenmoku tea cups, perfect for sipping any type of tea. Known as Jianzhan in Chinese, this artistic style recreates the high-temperature wood-burning techniques of the Song Dynasty to craft exceptional teacups.

Master craftsmen apply a thick glaze to the cups and then fire them at high temperatures. The glaze then crystallizes and forms unique patterns. After firing, the artist will thoroughly inspect each piece to check for imperfections, dismissing any cups they deem to be substandard.

The popularity of these cups declined several hundred years ago, but over the past two decades, this art form has gradually been revived in Asia. It has gained significant popularity in Taiwan since 2013, which has become a hub for producing the highest-quality Tenmoku tea ware.

Tenmoku tea cups enhance the breathing of tea, bringing out subtle tastes and undertones. It’s thought that these cups help to reduce the alkalinity of the tea, softening the water. They are also great at retaining heat, and are highly durable. One of the main reasons they are so popular, however, is because every piece is a work of art. They can take pride of place in any tea ware collection.

We offer high-end, handmade product. Material quality, artistry, drying processes, and meticulous oversight all play crucial roles.

Our collection features selections crafted by local artists across Taiwan, capturing the essence of Song Dynasty artistry and spirit. These cups elevate your experience of green and oolong teas. They also serve as exceptional gifts or decorative art pieces.