The fifth collection in Sailor’s Teatime Around the World series includes the Japanese Tea Ceremony “Cha-no-yu’’ and the sweet confections that go with it, "Nerikiri". The host boils water and stirs each cup of tea to perfection, delighting guests with a graceful ritual from start to finish. Everything from the teahouse setting, utensils, sweet delicacies and to the tea itself, embodies the deep spirituality and aesthetics rooted in Japanese heritage.
Nerikiri is a category of traditional Japanese confectionery made by heating a mix of Shiro-an (white bean paste) and Gyuhi (soft mochi) to create a sweet, thick paste which is crafted into beautiful forms. Nerikiri are artistic, fresh confectionery categorized as Omogashi, the highest form of hospitality at tea ceremonies, and perfect for pairing with Koicha.
The limited edition Nerikiri fountain pens is a Pro Gear Standard and a Pro Gear King of Pen (KOP), both with a 21K gold nib. Series also includes a matching ball pen