Japanese blue tea box in washi paper - SHIROTSURU - 200gr

Yu-zen Washi Tin Canister 7 oz (200g), SHIROTSURU, White and Blue with Gold Color Tin Inner Cap – Made in Japan

The Yu-zen Washi Tin Canister by Kotodo embodies the perfect fusion of traditional craftsmanship and functional design. Made in Japan, this canister is inspired by the style of traditional Japanese tea canisters, built with features specifically designed to protect delicate tea leaves from moisture, ensuring the highest level of freshness. The canister’s inner lid and deep overlap between the body and the outer lid work together to create an airtight seal, preventing any moisture from entering. Its cylindrical shape also helps avoid moisture accumulation in corners, with the added cultural significance of being considered auspicious in Japan.

Key Features:

• Traditional Design: The smooth surface and flush edges of the lid and body minimize friction, ensuring a longer lifespan for the Washi paper exterior. This smooth finish is also aesthetically pleasing, enhancing the visual appeal of the canister.

• Clicking Lid: The canister’s lid clicks into place with an audible "click," ensuring perfect alignment between the lid and body’s patterns, making it both functional and decorative.

• Airtight Metal Inner Lid: The high-quality tin inner lid, finished in gold color, protects the contents from light, air, and humidity. This durable inner lid ensures the canister maintains an airtight seal throughout the year, unlike plastic lids that can expand and contract with temperature changes.

• Safety and Durability: The edges of both the lid and body are carefully beveled inward to avoid injury. Kotodo has eliminated the use of leaded solder, switching to electric welding to ensure the safety of each canister. All materials are food-grade and lead-free, providing peace of mind.

• Premium Tin Material: Kotodo’s canisters are crafted from high-quality, tin-plated steel, a material highly valued in Japan for its delicate, sleek, and elegant qualities. Tin’s ability to protect contents from air and light while maintaining a consistent temperature makes it ideal for storing delicate tea leaves and other sensitive ingredients.

• Eco-Friendly: Tin-plated steel is fully recyclable, and in Japan, 90% of these materials are recycled annually, contributing to sustainability efforts.

Product Care:

• This canister is not suitable for liquids and may rust if exposed to moisture.
• Clean the surface with a cloth wrung out with water and then dry with a separate cloth. Ensure the surface is completely dry to avoid rusting.
• Do not hand wash, microwave, or use in the dishwasher or oven.
• To preserve the canister’s contents, store it in a cool, dry place or even in the refrigerator, but be cautious of rusting due to condensation when the temperature changes.

Made in Japan
This product is handcrafted in Japan by skilled artisans, ensuring attention to detail and quality in every step of production. Kotodo combines traditional techniques with modern innovations to create canisters that are as functional as they are beautiful.

Important Note: Always handle with care to maintain the integrity of this handmade canister, ensuring it provides you with years of use.