Akitsu Mumyoi
Akitsu Mumyoi is a clay that combines clay from the Akitsu area with the yellow Nosaka clay. Akitsu is the part of Ryotsu where Sado Airport stands today. Since the airport has already been built over the site where this clay was collected, clay of the same quality can no longer be mined. Therefore, Akitsu Mumyoi will no longer be made once Tozo Watanabe has used up his remaining stock of the clay.
Three firing methods
Enhances body: oxidation firing > reduction firing > carbonized reduction
Enhances aftertaste (finish): carbonized reduction > reduction firing > oxidation firing
Aftertaste (finish) refers to how long the taste and flavor last after you swallow the tea. A tea with a strong aftertaste does not taste flat, and its sweetness lingers down your throat for a long time.
Full body means that when you take a sip, the flavor and taste spread widely across your palate, giving a bold sensation that fills your mouth.
To learn how a teapot changes the taste of tea and what to look for when choosing one, see "How to choose a teapot and tea cup".
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Akitsu Mumyoi
Teapots (11)
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Hohin (7)
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Cups (70)
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Pitchers (6)
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