About our tea canisters

Keep your green tea fresh and flavorful

Preserve the rich taste of your Japanese green tea with the right storage solutions. Discover the importance of tea canisters, known as "chazutsu" in Japanese, and learn how they play a crucial role in maintaining the quality of your tea.

Tea canisters in Japan: An essential tool

A tea canister, or "chazutsu," is a container specifically designed to store green tea. It is one of the fundamental tools in the Japanese tea ceremony, ensuring that the tea remains fresh and flavorful. These canisters are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing, adding a touch of elegance to your tea-making ritual.

Exploring the two types of tea canisters

- Natsume: This type of tea canister is designed to store thin tea powder. It is typically crafted from materials such as plastic, artificial wood, or natural wood, offering a variety of options to suit different preferences and budgets.

- Chaire: Used for storing thick tea, known as "koicha," the "Chaire" is another essential tea canister. Its design ensures that the tea remains fresh and ready for use in the traditional tea ceremony.

In Japan, the tea ceremony is considered an art form, much like calligraphy or origami. Traditional tea ceremony accessories, including tea canisters, have become integral to daily life and can be found in almost every Japanese kitchen. These canisters not only serve a practical purpose but also add a decorative touch to the home, making them a delightful addition to any tea lover's collection.

Every tea enthusiast knows the importance of keeping tea leaves or powder away from moisture and oxygen. Our collection of  tea canisters features an outer lid and an inner lid to ensure airtightness, helping to preserve the freshness of your tea. While not completely airtight, these canisters significantly extend the shelf life of your tea.

Although designed for storing Japanese green teas like sencha and matcha, our tea tins are also excellent for storing other types of tea, including English, Indian, and Chinese varieties. Their elegant patterns and designs make them a stylish addition to any kitchen or bathroom.

Explore our selection of washi tea tins and discover the perfect storage solution for your favorite teas and coffees.