Koi Fish Gaiwan & Ceramic Water Storage Tea Tray

About This Gaiwan Tea Set

Rooted in centuries of Chinese tea culture, this koi fish themed gaiwan tea cup and matching tea tray blends traditional aesthetics with modern practicality, designed for both new tea enthusiasts and seasoned connoisseurs.

Cultural Meaning & Origin

Koi fish (金鱼) is one of the most beloved auspicious symbols in Chinese culture, representing abundance, good fortune, and ‘nian nian you yu’ — ‘surplus and prosperity year after year’. This makes the set not just a functional tea tool, but a meaningful decorative piece and thoughtful gift.

Gaiwan itself dates back to the Ming Dynasty, and remains one of the most versatile tools for brewing Chinese tea, valued for its ability to let you observe tea leaves unfurl and control steeping time precisely.

Key Features of This Gaiwan & Tea Tray

• Premium Material Combination: The gaiwan is crafted from high-fired smooth white ceramic, with a delicate gold trim along the rim for subtle elegance. The tea pot holder (water storage tea tray) features a durable, easy-to-clean metal draining top and a ceramic base that holds waste water discreetly.
• Practical Compact Design: The water storage tea tray measures 15.6cm x 4cm (6.14in x 1.57in) with a 200ml (6.76oz) waste water capacity, perfect for small spaces without sacrificing function. The gaiwan is sized to brew 1-2 servings of any tea type, from green tea to oolong and black tea.
• Auspicious Koi Fish Pattern: The vivid red koi and green water plant motif adds a bright, cheerful touch to any tea space, blending traditional Chinese art with modern minimalist design.

How to Use Your Gaiwan

1. Add your loose leaf tea to the gaiwan bowl
2. Pour hot water over the tea, place the lid on to steep
3. Use the lid to hold back tea leaves as you pour, and skim any foam from the surface before serving
4. After brewing, place your gaiwan on the tea tray — any spilled water drains into the hidden storage base to keep your table clean and dry.

Perfect For

This set fits perfectly for gaiwan tea brewing at home on your coffee table, in your office desk for a relaxing workday tea break, or even for outdoor tea sessions thanks to its compact, portable size. It is also an ideal gift for:

• Tea lovers and collectors of Asian tea ware
• Housewarming, birthday, Christmas, Lunar New Year, or housewarming celebrations
• Business clients and colleagues who appreciate traditional Chinese culture