sandy shore chawan oolong_yancha This 2002 Mansa draws inspiration

This 2002 Mansa draws inspiration from the historic Jingchang Hao lineage

the liquor becomes thicker and darker while remaining exceptionally clear

entirely free from astringency or bitterness

the small leaves that make up this black tea are brimming with the aromas of a Chinese apothecary and its mysterious herbal cabinets filled with dried ginseng

sandy shore chawan oolong_yancha This 2002 Mansa draws inspirationThe glaze unfolds in soft, warm tones of beige and muted earth reminiscent of fine sand under sunlight. Subtle variations and gentle transitions evoke the natural irregularity of a sandy beach, shaped by wind and time. Toward the foot, the surface transitions into darker exposed clay, grounding the piece in its raw material and creating a quiet visual contrast. Inside, the glaze settles into smooth, continuous layers with delicate tonal shifts,