Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)
Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)

Aoi Botan — Handcrafted Japanese Tea Set (6-Piece)

$699.00
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  • Bay Area only
  • Low stock - 1 item left
  • Backordered, shipping soon

 

Design Philosophy

 Inspired by deep indigo gardens at the height of summer, Aoi Botan celebrates abundance, elegance, and quiet confidence. The design reflects a Japanese aesthetic where floral richness is balanced by harmony and control—luxurious, yet never excessive. This is a tea set created for moments of generosity: hosting, gifting, and shared beauty.

 

Artisan Craftsmanship

Each piece is crafted from fine porcelain and hand-finished by skilled Japanese artisans. The floral motifs are painted by hand using layered cobalt pigments, then sealed beneath a clear glaze through high-temperature kiln firing. This process creates depth, luminosity, and subtle tonal variation that cannot be achieved through mass production.

Brushstrokes remain softly visible beneath the glaze—an intentional mark of the maker’s hand and a signature of true craftsmanship.

 

Palette & Motifs

A saturated indigo-blue base forms a dramatic canvas for large, expressive peony blossoms rendered in soft blue, ivory, and gentle hints of gold-amber accents. The flowers feel full and alive, yet gracefully composed, allowing the surface to breathe rather than overwhelm. The interiors are finished in smooth white porcelain, providing visual clarity and highlighting the color and warmth of the tea.

 

Teapot Details

 The rounded teapot is generously proportioned for hospitality and heat retention. A gracefully curved spout ensures a smooth, controlled pour, while the natural bamboo handle introduces warmth and organic contrast against the bold porcelain surface. The fitted lid sits securely, preserving aroma and temperature throughout the ritual.

 

Symbolism & Meaning

Peonies (botan) in Japanese culture symbolize prosperity, honor, and refined beauty. Often associated with celebration and good fortune, they represent a life lived with fullness and grace. Rendered in blue, the motif gains an added sense of calm, depth, and longevity.

 

 Rarity & Collectibility

 Produced in small artisan batches, this tea set requires exceptional control in both painting and firing. Variations in flower placement, glaze tone, and brushwork ensure that no two sets are identical—each one a functional work of art meant to be used and cherished.

 

 Where It Belongs

 Ideal for elegant tea gatherings, statement shelving, refined interiors, or meaningful gifting. Perfect for those who appreciate floral expression grounded in Japanese tradition.

 

Why You’ll Treasure It

 Rich yet composed, expressive yet timeless—this tea set transforms tea into a moment of shared beauty. A piece that brings warmth, artistry, and presence to every pour.

 

Care

No dishwasher and microwave

  1. Package Delivery
    Hill House Decor delivers the complete afternoon tea package directly to your front door. Please ensure someone is available to receive the delivery at the scheduled time.
  2. Food Handling
    As the package contains perishable food items, it must be collected immediately upon arrival. Hill House Decor is not responsible for any spoilage resulting from delayed receipt.
  3. Use of Items
    The package includes tea ware, linens, and serving accessories for your event. These items are for temporary use only and must be handled with care.
  4. Return of Items
    After use, please wipe down all tea ware, serving pieces, and accessories. Place all items back into the provided box in the same condition they were delivered.
  5. Collection

    Hill House Decor will arrange collection of the package and all included items following your event. Please ensure the box is securely packed and ready at the agreed-upon time.

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Designed in California, Curated from the World.

Designed in California, our arrangements blend expert floral craftsmanship with a calm, considered aesthetic. In our Los Altos Hills studio, seasoned designers hand-arrange lifelike stems sourced from the world’s best makers, ensuring natural movement, nuanced color, and enduring beauty—quiet luxury you can style, reuse, and love season after season.

Testimonials

★★★★★

Hill House Decor made our anniversary unforgettable. The tea ware was stunning, the pastries delicious, and the table looked like it belonged in a magazine. Everything was effortless—we just sat down and enjoyed

Emily R.
Palo Alto
★★★★★

"The experience was beyond expectations. Beautiful linens, delicate sweets, and teas from around the world—all styled so thoughtfully. Hill House truly makes luxury gatherings simple.

— Sarah M.
San Francisco, CA
★★★★★

I was a little hesitant at first about the price, but Hill House Decor proved it’s worth every penny. The quality of the tea ware, the flavor of the food, and the beauty of the table styling exceeded all expectations. It felt like a luxury experience at home—absolutely priceless.

Linda K.
Los Altos

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