Lotus Porcelain Tea Cup & Cap

This porcelain tea cup (Gaibei) simplifies refined tea culture. After pouring water in the cup, simply slide on the lid to seal in the tea fragrance. Lid-sliding represents tranquility and balance, an image usually represented by the lotus. This cup is designed to make lid-sliding simpler so that even beginning tea-drinkers can master this difficult movement by moving only their thumbs. The double wall porcelain cup keeps your tea hot and the outside cool to the touch. Use as a personal tea cup or a teapot to share tea with friends.