Customer Reviews

Large Japanese Cast Iron Teapot 20 oz

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I picked an almost identical set from the Japanese House at Disney World's Epcot Center. I had a ceramic set for a couple of years already and wanted a second set for the office. So far, it hasn't disappointed. The set is solid, heavy, cast iron with a nice coating. No rust, so far and it should stay rust-free for as long as you don't scratch the coating. Needless to say, it hasn't passed unnoticed at the office and I already know someone who ordered one of these after sharing a cup of white tea.

The little iron cups can get quite hot if you pour hot tea in them (watch out) but they look cool and you should not end up with burned lips if you are reasonably careful.

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Rust update:

They do get rusty, eventually. After a couple of years of use I do notice a little rust inside the pot. It's no big deal to me and I'll continue to use it but it's probably worth knowing. The instructions pamphlet that came with the pot stated that the rust was not a health hazard.