Tears
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.
Ready to gift
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.
Watch tears of crystal bloom across your cup. The handmade Tenmoku tea cup named “Tears” captures a quiet, fleeting moment in high-fired porcelain—a pale blue glaze kissed with delicate oil-spot crystals. For tea lovers who cherish both beauty and function, this iron glaze masterpiece transforms your daily tea ritual into a meditation. Each sip reveals shifting depth, while the teardrop patterns dance in the light. A meaningful gift for anyone who savors stillness—and no two cups are ever alike.
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Heat Resistent
Food Safe
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Microwave
Direct Heat on Stove
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Tears Jianzhan tea cup actually handcrafted?
Yes, this cup is handmade using traditional Jianzhan techniques passed down through generations. Each piece is individually shaped and fired, so no two cups are exactly identical.
What makes the blue tear-drop glaze pattern so unique?
The glaze features natural oil-spot and crystal patterns that form during high-temperature firing, thanks to the iron-rich clay. The blue tear-drop effect with its crystal-like dripping is a one-of-a-kind result for every cup.
Can I use this cup for drinks other than tea, like coffee or sake?
Absolutely, this versatile cup is perfect for tea, matcha, coffee, sake, and even espresso. Its heat-retaining properties enhance the experience of any hot or cold beverage.
Is this cup food-safe and durable for everyday use?
Yes, it is high-fired at extreme temperatures, making it durable and lead-free. The glaze is food-safe and non-porous, so it is safe for daily use with any drink.
How should I care for my Jianzhan tea cup to keep it in good condition?
Hand wash it with mild soap and water, and avoid abrasive scrubbers to protect the glaze. Over time, you can season the cup by brewing tea in it regularly, and always let it air dry completely before storing.
Is this cup a good gift for someone who loves tea or unique crafts?
Yes, it makes an excellent gift for tea lovers, collectors, or anyone who appreciates Zen aesthetics and handmade art. The careful packaging ensures it arrives safely, making it a thoughtful present.
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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.