Gohobi Insect-Eaten Shino Handmade Teapot – Japanese Retro Wabi-Sabi Beam Pot (300–400ml)

The Gohobi Insect-Eaten Shino Teapot is a pure handmade ceramic piece inspired by Japanese Shino ware and retro tea aesthetics. Featuring a beam-style handle and an intentionally irregular, humanistic form, this pot embraces the quiet beauty of imperfection.

The “insect-eaten” texture refers to the natural, pitted glaze effect characteristic of Shino firing — organic surface markings that resemble time-worn traces. These subtle details reflect the philosophy of wabi-sabi, celebrating asymmetry, raw texture, and individuality.

With a capacity of approximately 300–400ml, this teapot is well suited for Gongfu tea brewing, small gatherings, or personal tea rituals. Its expressive shape makes it equally fitting as a functional teapot or a distinctive decorative piece in a tea room or studio.

If you are searching for a handmade Shino teapot in the UK, a Japanese-style retro Kung Fu teapot, or an irregular artisan beam pot, this piece offers warmth, texture, and quiet presence.

Capacity

Approximately 300–400ml
(As each piece is fully handmade, slight variations in size and capacity may occur.)

Material

Pure handmade ceramic
Shino-style glaze with natural textured surface

Features

Beam-style handle design
Irregular, humanistic silhouette
Traditional Shino-inspired glaze texture
Suitable for Gongfu tea brewing
Wabi-sabi aesthetic with natural imperfections

Ideal For

Wabi-sabi tea spaces
Collectors of handmade pottery
Japanese-inspired interiors
Personal tea rituals
Unique artisan gifts

Handcrafted Note

Each teapot is individually handmade and kiln-fired. Variations in glaze, texture, shape, and capacity are natural characteristics of the artisanal process and enhance the uniqueness of every piece.

Sustainability

We aim to ship using reused or recycled packaging whenever possible.