Galaxy Lacquerware
Why choose this Jianzhan Tenmoku tea cup
This piece is selected for tea, coffee, sake, daily rituals, display, and gifting. Its iron-rich glaze and high-fired ceramic body give it the dark depth, natural patterning, and hand-finished character associated with Jianzhan Tenmoku ware.
Handmade character
Each piece has natural kiln variation in glaze pattern, color depth, and surface detail.
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Suitable for tea lovers, ceramic collectors, birthdays, holidays, and housewarming gifts.
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Backed by Tenmokus' 30-day return policy and 4.9/5 customer rating.
Hold the cosmos in your hands. This handmade Tenmoku tea cup features a deep purple and blue glaze with mesmerizing galaxy swirls, crafted using traditional Chinese lacquerware techniques. The iron glaze creates stunning oil-spot crystals that shimmer like distant stars, all fired on durable high-fired porcelain. Perfect for tea lovers seeking to elevate their daily tea ritual, this cup transforms every sip into a moment of wonder. Whether for beer or tea, its cosmic beauty makes a meaningful gift for anyone who treasures artistry. No two cups are ever alike—yours is a one-of-a-kind universe.
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Heat Resistent
Food Safe
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Direct Heat on Stove
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Galaxy Lacquerware Jianzhan beer cup actually handmade, or is it machine-made?
This cup is entirely handcrafted using traditional Jianzhan techniques that date back centuries. Each piece is shaped on a potter's wheel and fired in a kiln, so no two cups are exactly identical.
What creates those deep purple and blue cosmic galaxy patterns in the glaze?
The glaze is made from iron-rich clay that forms natural oil-spot and crystal patterns during high-temperature firing. These unique reactions produce the swirling cosmic galaxy effect, making every cup a one-of-a-kind artwork.
Can I use this small cup for hot drinks like espresso, or is it only for cold beverages?
Yes, you can use it for both hot and cold drinks, including espresso, craft beer, cold brew, sake, cocktails, and even shots. The cup is high-fired and thermal shock resistant, so it handles temperature changes well.
Is the glaze food-safe and free of harmful chemicals like lead?
Absolutely, the cup is high-fired at over 1300 degrees Celsius, which vitrifies the glaze and makes it completely food-safe and lead-free. It is also durable and resistant to thermal shock for everyday use.
What is the best way to clean this Jianzhan beer cup without damaging the glaze?
Hand washing with mild soap and a soft sponge is recommended to preserve the intricate glaze patterns. The cup can withstand temperature changes, but avoid abrasive scrubbers or dishwasher cycles to protect the finish.
Does this cup come with protective packaging for shipping, since it is fragile?
Yes, each cup is carefully packed with multiple layers of cushioning and a sturdy box to ensure it arrives safely. We take extra care to protect fragile items like this handcrafted Jianzhan piece during transit.
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Over 72 Hours of Precision Handcrafting
Each piece of Tenmokus Teaware undergoes dutiful handcrafting taking more than 72 hours to finish. Craftsmanship is very important to us: it is the high quality of our craftsman work that makes each piece of Tenmoku pottery so special. Our artisan craftsman train for years to create stunning pieces that you can both use in your everyday life and display as works of art. Each Tenmokus piece is lovingly created by hand, ensuring that each piece is truly unique.
Own a Masterpiece in Teaware Industry
What makes these teaware so special is both their unique shape and their specialist glaze. Juanzhan Tenmoku tea cups are bowl shaped, but with a wide brim that allows the tea to stew and cool perfectly. They are glazed at a very high heat using a glaze with a high iron content, which creates a blackened and distinctively beautiful pattern that is unique only to Jianzhan Tenmoku pottery.
Elegent Gift Item & Gorgeous Presentation Box
Tenmokus Tea ware masterpieces are perfectly suited to be used as elegant gift items for all occasions. You can either shop one for yourself or a loved one when there’s need for a gift. These beautifully-crafted designs will serve as the ideal gift for weddings, birthday parties, Christmas get-togethers, office parties, housewarming, reunions or any family hangouts. All our tea ware comes with an elegant presentation box.
Heat Preservation & Improve the Taste
Many people say that no matter the liquor, water or coffee, will all become more mellow and delicious when they are in a Jian Zhan Tenmoku tea cup. That is because the special functional design of Jian Zhan Tenmoku for its iron content, sand content, as well as the thickness of the cup embryo and glaze. Therefore, using Jian Zhan to drink tea, it can help to preserve the heat for a long time and to improve the alkalinity in the tea liquid, so that to ensure the taste of tea, and also stimulate and enhance the aroma of the tea.
FAQs
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What is Tenmoku Teaware?
Tenmoku glazes have high iron-content, creating rich colors and shiny surfaces. When fired, the iron forms patterns like oil spots or streaks, giving each piece a unique look.
Are they food safe?
Yes, they are 100% food safe.
Do they contain lead?
As the clay comes from the ground, there is no guarantee that the wares are 100% free of lead. It's less than 0.01%. It' safe to use. The fluxing agent for the glaze is natural iron ore and wood ash, not a bit of lead was used in the process.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, we do ship worldwide. United States, Canada, France, Belgium, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Ireland, Iceland Spain, Portugal, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Slovenia Poland, Hungary, Austria, Czech Republic, Israel, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand, Italy, Brazil, Chile, South Africa, UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon.
What is your return policy?
If you are not happy with it, you can send it back within 30 days for an exchange or refund. No question asked.