Kikka Black IH-Compatible Donabe Rice Cooker 2 Rice Cooker Cups (2 Gou)

This donabe rice cooker is made from Banko ware, providing superior heat conduction and retention. Its premium smooth black lid, adorned with a chrysanthemum design, adds a touch of traditional Japanese elegance.

The size is suitable to cook up to two rice cooker cups (two gou*), which is equivalent to 300 g (10.6 oz). *A "gou" is a rice cooker cup, and one gou is equivalent to 150 g (5.3 oz). The amount of water used will be 1.1 to 1.2 times the amount of rice.

This rice cooker features a ceramic-coated base, works flawlessly on any induction cooktop, and delivers even, precise heating on open flame stovetops as well. The double-lid structure prevents spillage, and all you need to do is turn off the heat when you see steam—it's that easy to make perfectly cooked rice.

This stylish design is perfect for entertaining—just bring it straight to the table and serve hot rice. It’s also great for stews, oden, soups, and other simmered dishes, allowing the broth to soak in and deepen the umami of each ingredient.

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

From everyday tableware and flower vases, Yokkaichi Banko ware, commonly referred to as Banko ware, is known for its remarkable variety. Among its most iconic creations is the donabe, or Japanese clay pot. Beloved for its durability and heat retention, it has become a staple of home-cooked meals—and today, around 80 percent of all donabe produced in Japan are Banko ware.

Banko ware originated in the mid-Edo period (1603–1868 CE), when a cultured tea enthusiast named Nunami Rozan began crafting ceramics in present-day Kuwana, Mie Prefecture. Rather than naming the ware after its region, he chose the word “banko”—meaning “eternity”—as a wish for his creations to endure for generations. That enduring spirit lives on today, and in recognition of its cultural and historical value, Banko ware was designated a Traditional Craft by Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry in 1979.