Volcanic Tea Tray green_japan A splash of water opens

A splash of water opens it up

but like elders in a hot spring

Unlike some of the more aggressive teas the region is known for

Use a strainer if necessary

Volcanic Tea Tray green_japan A splash of water opensGlinting quietly on the tea table, this ceramic block gashed by jagged openings resembles rock melting around a vent or hewn from veins of precious ore. The pitted, grey surface has been filled above with pockets of lustrous glaze and sunk at its center to make a place for a teapot or gaiwan, and any drips or discards will gravitate through the openings into the hollow interior. A discreet hole in the side allows emptying when full (and possibly even