Donabe

Donabe is a traditional Japanese clay pot designed for slow, gentle cooking that builds deep, comforting flavor. Its thick, heat-retaining clay allows ingredients to warm gradually, making it ideal for soups, stews, hot pot, and especially rice donabe, which produces aromatic, evenly cooked rice with a delicate crust. Donabe is also central to communal dining, often brought straight from the stove to the table for dishes like nabemono. Its natural clay construction adds warmth and character to both cooking and presentation, making the donabe a functional tool and a cultural centerpiece in the kitchen. With proper care to avoid thermal shock, a donabe can last many years and become a cherished part of daily cooking.