Kikka Donabe Rice Cooker 3 rice cooker cups (3 Gou)

Anyone can easily make delicious rice in just thirty minutes with this Ginpo Kikka Banko Donabe Rice Cooker.  

The size is suitable to cook up to 3 rice cooker cups (3 gou*), which is equivalent to 450 g. *A "gou" is a rice cooker cup, and one Gou is equivalent to 150 g. The amount of water used will be 1.1 to 1.2 times the amount of rice.

The double-lid construction eliminates the risk of spillage, and with the simple step of "turn off the heat when you see steam," anyone can easily enjoy freshly cooked, delicious rice.

It can be used with either an open flame or an electric cooktop.

This stylish design is perfect for entertaining guests by placing it on the table and serving hot rice. Suitable for stewed dishes in addition to cooked rice. Oden, stew, and soup, etc., are less likely to fall apart, and the broth soaks into the ingredients well, giving them more Umami.

GINPO

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.

Yokkaichi Banko ware

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.