TOPO Teapot 400ml: A Practical Daily Brewing Guide
By KINTO Japan | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: Product Reviews
Learn how to brew leaf tea in the KINTO TOPO Teapot 400ml, from leaf quantity to pouring and care, with practical checkpoints for a consistent cup every day.
Quick answer
Use about 4–5 g of leaf tea for a 400 ml pot, steep according to the tea type, and pour every last drop to avoid bitterness. The TOPO Teapot 400ml is sized for two standard cups, making it a practical daily brewer.
Why 400 ml works for a two-cup routine
A 400 ml teapot yields roughly two 180–200 ml cups, which suits a shared morning pot or a single drinker who wants a refill. The porcelain body is microwave- and dishwasher-safe, so reheating or cleaning does not require special handling. Keep in mind that the pot is not described as having a removable infuser, so leaf tea will steep freely; plan to pour promptly or decant to control strength.
Leaf quantity is a starting point, not a rule
The 4–5 g suggestion assumes a standard Western-style steep of 2–3 minutes. For lighter teas, use the lower end; for robust teas, use the higher end. Because the pot has no basket, leaves remain in contact with water, so a shorter steep is easier to control than trying to remove leaves later.
Step-by-step brewing routine
- Preheat the pot: Fill the TOPO Teapot 400ml with hot water, let it stand for 30 seconds, then discard the water. This warms the porcelain so the first steep does not cool too quickly. Do not skip preheating; a cold pot can drop the brewing temperature noticeably.
- Measure the leaves: Add 4–5 g of leaf tea directly to the pot. If you do not have a scale, use about 2 level teaspoons for most loose-leaf teas. Avoid packing the leaves tightly; they need room to unfurl.
- Add water at the right temperature: Pour fresh hot water over the leaves. Use water just off the boil for black and robust teas, and slightly cooler water for green or delicate teas. Fill to just below the rim to leave room for the lid. Do not fill to the very brim; the lid needs to seat properly and hot water may overflow.
- Steep for 2–3 minutes: Replace the lid and steep for 2–3 minutes, tasting at the 2-minute mark. For a stronger cup, extend in 30-second increments rather than adding more leaves. Set a timer; over-steeping is the most common cause of bitterness in a basket-free pot.
- Pour promptly and completely: Pour steadily into cups, emptying the pot as fully as possible. Leaving tea sitting in the pot continues to extract flavor and can turn the next cup harsh. If you cannot finish the pot, pour the remaining tea into a separate cup or carafe to stop extraction.
- Clean without abrasives: Rinse the pot with warm water and a soft sponge. The porcelain is dishwasher-safe, but avoid cleansers or scouring pads that can dull the glaze. Dry fully before storing. Do not use abrasive cleaners; they can scratch the glaze and make future tea taste stale.
Product facts
- TOPO ティーポット 400ml: Capacity: 400 ml; dimensions: φ55 x H100 x W155 mm; weight: about 350 g. The 400 ml capacity gives two standard cups, while the compact footprint fits easily on a small tea tray or desk.
TOPO ティーポット 400ml - TOPO ティーポット 400ml: Porcelain body is microwave- and dishwasher-safe. You can reheat a cooled pot in the microwave and clean it in the dishwasher, simplifying daily use.
