We had these tea cups at our small Hotel in Hakone, Japan, and hoped to find them on line. These are perfect!!


Copper tea canister
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Artisan Metalware Series | Premium Japanese Copper Tea Caddy Gift Set
Preserve the sacred freshness of your finest loose-leaf teas with an elegant statement of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Meticulously shaped and hand-polished by master metal artisans in Japan, this premium Copper Tea Caddy (Chazutsu) offers an exquisite sanctuary for your leaves. Copper is highly celebrated for its natural climate-shielding properties; combined with a precision-fit inner brass lid, it creates an airtight, lightproof environment that aggressively blocks destructive ambient humidity, air currents, and moisture. This advanced preservation process safeguards the fragile volatile compounds within your tea, locking in its peak flavor, vibrant scent, and optimal freshness. Boasting a striking bronze finish that develops a stunning, unique patina over decades of use, this heirloom-grade set is presented in an authentic wooden gift box—making it an unparalleled offering for tea connoisseurs who appreciate true sophisticated style.
| Vessel Classification | Chazutsu (Traditional Airtight Tea Leaf Storage Canister) |
| Package Configuration | 1 Artisan Tea Canister, 1 Matching Metal Tea Scoop, & 1 Premium Wooden Presentation Box |
| Material Composition |
Main Body: Pure Solid Copper Inner Airtight Lid: Brass (Protective Nickel Plating) Exterior Finish: Rich Polished Bronze |
| Physical Dimensions | Ø 8.9 cm × H 11.0 cm (approx. Ø 3.5" × H 4.3") |
| Storage Capacity | Holds up to 200 g of standard loose tea leaves (e.g., Sencha, Matcha, Gyokuro, Oolong) |
| Canister Net Weight | 300 g (Substantial, beautifully balanced metallic heft) |
| Appliance Safety Profile | Dishwasher / Microwave / Oven: NO (Hand Preservation Only) |
| Country of Origin | MADE IN JAPAN 🇯🇵 |
- Odor-Neutral Isolation: The high-purity interior metals do not absorb external aromas, moisture, or chemical taints, ensuring that swapping tea varieties over time never compromises the original bouquet.
- Double-Lid Humidity Deflector: Outfitted with a premium nickel-plated brass inner lid that slides down smoothly, creating a tight physical barrier that prevents ambient humidity from staling fragile green tea leaves.
- Master Hand-Polished Finish: Hand-burnished by lineage polishers to guarantee flawless exterior surfaces that display the deep, warm, and highly sophisticated luster of authentic bronze.
- Curated Complete Set: Accompanied by a dedicated, matching tea scoop designed to fit neatly inside or alongside the canister, optimizing your ritual portions without introducing skin oils to the loose tea.
• Strict Appliance Prohibition: To prevent extreme metal discoloration, warping, and terminal appliance damage, never place this copper caddy, lid, or scoop inside microwave ovens, conventional baking ovens, or automated dishwashers.
• Dry Cleansing Care Protocol: Copper and brass are sensitive to aggressive scrubbing. To clean, simply wipe down the exterior and interior with a soft, clean, completely dry microfiber cloth. Avoid washing with liquid soaps, water, or abrasive cleaning pads, which can scratch the artisan bronze lacquer.
• The Protection of Natural Patina: Over time, the copper exterior will react gently with ambient oxygen and the natural oils of your hands to deepen into a classic, dark character finish. This is an expected sign of premium copper aging, not a defect.
• Environmental Storage Safety: Keep your tea caddy sitting in a cool, dark pantry space away from high humidity areas (like dish drying racks), direct boiling kettle steam, or bright kitchen windows to optimize tea freshness.
Estimated International Shipping Timeline
The table below outlines the typical delivery timeline for our international shipments. Actual delivery times may vary slightly depending on destination country and customs procedures.
| Shipping Stage | Standard International | Express International |
|---|---|---|
| Order Processing & Dispatch | Within 72 hours | Within 72 hours |
| International Transit | 2 – 4 days | 1 – 3 days |
| Customs Clearance | 1 – 3 days | 0.5 – 2 days |
| Local Carrier Delivery | 2 – 4 days | 1.5 – 2 days |
| Estimated Total Delivery Time | 8 – 14 days | 5 – 9 days |



