{"product_id":"michioku-ume","title":"Cast Iron Kettle: Michioku Ume","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA tetsubin that quietly reflects the season in everyday tea moments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichioku (Ume) is a cast iron kettle made for boiling water in daily use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlum blossom motifs are arranged across the entire body, adding a subtle sense of season without leaning toward overt decoration. Rather than being reserved for special occasions, this tetsubin is designed to be naturally used within the flow of everyday life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlum blossoms emerging from a restrained silhouette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe overall form is gently rounded, with a stable and calm center of gravity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlum blossoms appear quietly along the surface, their presence shaped not only by the motifs themselves, but by careful adjustment of surrounding planes and textures. The pattern does not assert itself immediately; its expression becomes apparent only when viewed up close, inviting a more attentive gaze.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSogata casting to realize delicate surface expression\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn order to clearly bring out the plum blossom motifs, fine adjustments are required not only in the motifs themselves, but also in the treatment of the surrounding surfaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSogata molds are generally intended for single use per tetsubin, though some designs allow multiple castings through advanced technique. In the case of Michioku (Ume), however, the complexity of the design and the difficulty of execution require the mold to be used only once. Each casting is approached as a singular process, with full focus devoted to realizing a single, complete form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose who wish to use a tetsubin in everyday life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose who prefer seasonal motifs expressed with restraint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose who value balance between pattern and unadorned surfaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"虎門天 - Toramonten -","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47414092267707,"sku":"KMD-300","price":1086.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6333\/7659\/files\/1_c3d7ded7-58f5-4865-8663-c02499c2a0d6.jpg?v=1770018463","url":"https:\/\/toramonten.com\/en-eu\/products\/michioku-ume","provider":"虎門天 - Toramonten -","version":"1.0","type":"link"}