Black Donabe Japanese Clay Pot for 3 to 4 persons
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You can feel the handmade craftsmanship with the rustic designs on the edges of the pot, the lid and the handles. The lid is decorated with a technique called "Tobikanna," which is used to create a series of grinding marks. The pattern can be made evenly by using a tool called a "Kanna" and applying the blade while turning the wheel.
The matte-toned glaze gives this earthenware pot a subdued atmosphere. All the colorful vegetables look appetizing inside the dark colored clay of the pot.
With a little shallow shape, the size of 3.3L(111.6oz) is suitable for 3 to 4 persons to enjoy donabe dishes. For other dishes such as soup, stew, curry, cheese fondue, they can cook up to 4 to 5 people.
It can be used with an open flame, an electric cooktop, and an oven.
DETAILS
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | D 28 cm (11 in) x H 16 cm (6.3 in) / For 3 to 4 people |
| Capacity | 3,300 ml (111.6 fl oz) |
| Material | Stoneware (Non-induction cookware) |
| Microwave | Yes |
| Dishwasher | No |
Maker / Brand
Founded by Ginpo Toki in 1932, GINPO is a distinguished brand rooted in the legacy of Banko ware, carried on through four generations in Yokkaichi, Mie Prefecture. Even with limited access to local materials, the company has continued to evolve—combining traditional craftsmanship with constant innovation to meet the changing needs of everyday life.
Its signature series—Kikka, Hana Mishima, and Sumi-Kannyu—embody both elegance and practicality. Through a meticulous five-stage production process that blends artisanal skill with modern technology, GINPO remains committed to delivering consistent, high-quality donabe from raw clay to finished form.
Crafts
Yokkaichi Banko ware—commonly known as Banko ware—finds its origins in the crafting of ceramics ranging from everyday tableware to flower vases. Today, it is best known for its donabe, or Japanese clay pots, valued for their durability and excellent heat retention. Around 80 percent of all donabe produced in Japan are Banko ware, making them an essential tool for home-cooked meals.
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Donabe Clay Pots
Donabe, traditional Japanese clay pots, are often used in restaurants and homes to serve authentic hot pot dishes like chanko nabe, yudofu, and oden. These winter favorites are especially flavorful when prepared in a donabe.
Experienced chefs and science agree: cooking with a donabe makes food more delicious. Research shows that compared to a metal pot, cooking with a donabe clay pot can produce as much as 30% more glutamic acid, a key component of umami.
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