Difference between a lid rest and a teapot stand: Where to place the lids of tea jars and teapots

2026.08.12

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Lid rests and pot stands are designed for different purposes. A lid rest is for temporarily placing the lid of a teapot or kyusu, while a pot stand is for placing the body of a teapot or kyusu.

For placing lids, use a lid rest

SEKIMONO's One Thought, Auspicious Lion, and Buddha Hand are intended as lid rests for temporarily placing the lids of teapots or kyusu. The outer dimensions of each piece are approximately φ53 × H20 mm.

For placing the body, use a pot stand

SEKIMONO's Fortune from All Directions, Daylily, and Listening to Bamboo are intended as pot stands for placing teapots or kyusu. The outer dimensions of each piece are approximately φ192 × H30 mm.

How to interpret dimensions

The figures provided here represent the external dimensions. They do not indicate compatibility with lids, teapots, or kyusu, the appearance when placed, or any other functionality. If you have specific requirements, please refer to the information on each product page.