Kanaami-Tsuji Tea Strainers with Rosewood Handle

Description:
Kanaami-Tsuji’s Rosewood Handle Tea Strainer is made using Kyo-Kanaami, a traditional metal knitting technique that dates back a millennium. Experience the pure essence of tea by brewing directly in a teacup with this tea strainer. This method allows you to fully appreciate the authentic flavor of your favorite brew. Compared to traditional Japanese tea strainer, this strainer features a slightly shallower design, making it more user-friendly. The netting is crafted to fit teacups perfectly, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable tea brewing experience.

Measurements:
6.75″ (total length)
2.75″⌀ x 1.5″ (strainer head’s circumference x depth)

History:
Kanaami-Tsuji is a Kyoto-based, family-owned workshop that carries on the tradition of Kyo-Kanaami (metal knitting). Each of its products is meticulously handwoven by team of artisans using time-honored techniques. In fact, archeological digs in the Kyoto region have revealed that these wiring techniques have been used to make cooking utensils for the last thousand years. Kanaami-Tsuji honors the custom of treasuring everyday tools, crafting products that last so that customers can enjoy using them for a long time to come.

 

Materials:
Metal (stainless steel, copper or brass) and rosewood

Variation:
Available in Stainless Steel, Copper or Brass. Each strainer is handmade. The natural grain of the wood handle will vary between strainers.

Care Instructions:
Hand-wash. Do not wash with metal scrubbing brushes.

 

Returns must be made within 2 weeks in original, unused condition with all packaging for either 1. Store credit for the full amount or 2. Refund – minus a 20% restocking fee.  Tortoise does not cover the cost of return shipping or the cost of re-shipping an exchange, and the cost of shipping for returns and exchanges is the responsibility of the customer.