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Yunsho Tea Journal

A quiet corner for tea lovers.

Explore the stories behind whole-leaf teas,

the hands that shape artisan teaware,

and the rituals that turn a simple cup into a moment of stillness.

Welcome to the yunsho tea origin journal.

The Gaiwan: A Guide to the Lidded Bowl

The Gaiwan: A Guide to the Lidded Bowl

4 days ago
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Written by YunshoTea
What is a Gaiwan? A gaiwan is a three-piece lidded bowl — a saucer, a bowl, and a lid — used fo...
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Jingdezhen Porcelain: The Soul of Chinese Tea Ware

Jingdezhen Porcelain: The Soul of Chinese Tea Ware

4 days ago
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Written by YunshoTea
A City Built on Fire and Clay In the hills of Jiangxi province, a city has burned...
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A Beginner’s Guide to Chinese Oolong Tea:Between Green and Black

A Beginner’s Guide to Chinese Oolong Tea:Between Green and Black

4 days ago
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Written by YunshoTea
What is Oolong Tea? Oolong tea is partially oxidized, standing between unoxidized green tea and...
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The Gongfu Tea Guide: From Ritual to Daily Practice

The Gongfu Tea Guide: From Ritual to Daily Practice

4 days ago
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Written by YunshoTea
Introduction  Gongfu tea — literally "tea made with time and attention" — is not a rigid ceremon...
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