Vintage Japanese Kutani Tea set 4 Cups 1 Pot 1 Special Cup Hand painted RP $417

Premium handmade Kutani Japanese teapot set with delicate style, one of the most notable design of Kutani ware which has been handed down the Taisho period (1912–26). Filled with multicolor paintings all over the body with gold trimming, it has a timeless elegance and sophistication created by hand drawn technique; there are no two alike. The teacup has a lid, making it very easy to use when welcoming important guests. The rim of the teacup is decorated with a gold rim, giving it a sophisticated look. You can create a more formal impression by combining it with this coaster. The tea strainer is called a "Sasame" and is attached directly to the inside of the teapot. This allows the tea leaves to circulate easily inside the pot, making the tea more fragrant. This is especially suitable for drinking high quality Japanese tea. It will create a blissful tea time at home. Perfect for enjoying Japanese tea with family and guests for a special occasion. It will be an extraordinary gift for ones who love Japanese traditional culture and Japanese tea. This tea set, made by Japanese artisans using the traditional techniques of Kutani ware, is a design that will never go out of style and can be used for a long time. Includes original box. One cup is missing from this set, this is why I lowered the price. Never used but opened box.