2026 New ProductORIGAMI Tea Tone Cup
The aromas and flavors of tea are quiet and endlessly delicate.
They gently engage our senses in ways that words cannot fully capture.
When the shape of a cup changes, the experience changes, too.
Not as something to explain, but as a subtle difference in the lingering finish.
Tone Cup is a vessel for these delicate changes.
Rather than prescribing how tea should be enjoyed,
it quietly responds to our shifting moods and feelings,
bringing a rich sense of space to the time we spend with tea.
Some mornings call for clarity and freshness;
some afternoons invite a deeper sense of calm.
There is pleasure in choosing a vessel that feels right in the moment,
in harmony with what you hope to find in a cup of tea.
Each Tone Cup is shaped to complement the qualities of different teas
and bring out the best in their individual character.
A beautiful presence that adds quiet elegance to everyday gestures.
Each type of tea has its own ideal brewing method,
with differences in temperature, aroma, and the way its flavors unfold.
The shape of a cup brings out these characteristics,
influencing the drinking experience and the lingering finish.
Cup shape therefore plays an important role in revealing a tea’s individual character.
For example, teas brewed at lower temperatures to draw out sweetness and umami
benefit from a cup that lets the flavor spread gently across the tongue.
For aromatic teas brewed at moderate temperatures of 70–80°C (158–176°F),
an open cup allows the fragrance to unfold softly,
offering a refreshing drinking experience.
For teas brewed fully at higher temperatures,
a cup that holds in warmth while preserving depth of flavor is ideal.
The cups are designed to complement the qualities of different teas
and bring out the best in their individual character.
Choosing a cup to suit the flavor of your tea
makes every sip a richer experience
and invites you to enjoy tea more deeply.
Yoin
A cup for gently unfolding sweetness
and a quiet, lingering finish.
This cup features a rounded form and a rim that curves gently outward.
The tea flows slowly over the tongue, gradually spreading throughout the mouth. From the first sip, its flavor softly envelops the palate and lingers. The cup’s understated presence quietly supports the character of the tea.
Even after the last sip, a quiet finish remains.
Kaori
A cup for softly unfolding aromas
and a light, refreshing flavor.
The wide, open form of this cup is designed to let a tea’s natural fragrance rise gently. As you bring it to your lips, the aroma rises naturally, softly surrounding you. Its gently flared silhouette gives both aroma and flavor a light, expansive feel, highlighting a refreshing sip and a clean finish.
It is a cup you will naturally reach for when you want to relax or explore the aroma more deeply.
Fukami
A cup for rich depth
and gentle warmth.
With a slightly thicker form and a moderately closed rim, this cup is designed to retain the heat of the tea so its warmth lasts. The first impression on the palate is soft, yet carries a quiet strength. As you take your time with each sip, deep, mellow flavors unfold, clearly conveying the tea’s body and definition.
Its warmth and reassuring presence bring a sense of gently settling into yourself.
The goblet-like, footed design
makes every sip feel like a special moment.
Its presence brings an understated refinement to tea time.
Colors Inspired by Japanese Beauty
Wara Yellow
A soft, welcoming yellow inspired by rice straw, a familiar part of everyday life in Japan.
The glaze develops variations during firing, giving each piece its own individual color.
It recalls the earth and the gifts of nature that nurture fine tea leaves, offering a sense of nature’s quiet rhythm. Its organic ceramic expression conveys a comforting warmth when held. With its calm softness, this color creates a gentle, peaceful atmosphere, like mountain air or a patch of sunlight.
Kinu White
A white inspired by silk, with a lustrous sheen and a smooth texture. Subtle variations give it a nuanced character. This white brings a sense of clarity to the time you spend with tea. Its gentle appearance reflects the delicate, translucent color of the tea within, enhancing both aroma and flavor while quietly accompanying every sip.
Pairing with ORIGAMI Teaware
Katakuchi Matcha Bowl Pour
and Tone Cup Yoin
Tone Cup Yoin is shaped for matcha and teas brewed at lower temperatures, such as gyokuro. Its colors coordinate with ORIGAMI’s Katakuchi Matcha Bowl Pour. Choosing matching colors creates an even richer matcha experience.
Kyusu Teapot
with Tone Cup Kaori and Fukami
Tone Cup Kaori is recommended for teas brewed at 70–80°C (158–176°F), such as sencha and kamairicha. Fukami is recommended for teas brewed at higher temperatures, such as hojicha and genmaicha. ORIGAMI’s kyusu teapot is just the right size to brew tea for one. Pair it with a Tone Cup and enjoy a leisurely moment with tea.
A cup to help you feel refreshed in the morning.
A cup to help you unwind after a meal.
You can choose a cup shape to suit your mood,
the freshness or depth you are looking for,
and whether you imagine enjoying your tea cold or warm,
in tune with how your mind and body feel.
These cups are made to help you enjoy
the time you spend drinking tea more comfortably.
Tone Cup Line Up
Tone Cup [Yoin]
$24.50 USD
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Tone Cup [Kaori]
$24.50 USD
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Tone Cup [Fukami]
$24.50 USD
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