{"title":"Kagetsu","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe are proud to carry our donabes from Kagetsu, a family business making ceramics for over 150 years in Yokkaichi, Japan. Kagetsu was the creator of the modern donabe clay formula, as household cooking in Japan was transitioning from traditional wood-fire to gas after World War 2 and donabes needed to adjust to its higher temperatures. The current CEO’s father and uncle identified petalite as a key ingredient that can increase the donabe’s heat tolerance, after finding clues in the heat-resistant tiles of NASA rockets. Because our line of donabes use a higher percentage of petalite in its clay formula than other companies, it is resistant to cracking even so much that you can bring it from the fridge straight to direct flame.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"daikoku-banko-ware-microwaveable-rice-donabe-3-gou","title":"Daikoku Banko Ware Rice Donabe with Steamer Insert 3-Gou","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFour-piece rice cooking donabe includes inner lid, outer lid, steamer insert and pot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThese rice cooking donabe are the most versatile donabe styles. Aside from cooking rice, they can be used to cook porridge, stews, soups, and other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003egohanmono\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (seasoned rice dishes). They can also be used to cook rice in the microwave (instructions below). Unlike other donabe, which need to gradually introduce even heat as to not break, Daikoku donabe can be transfered directly from the refrigerator to the stovetop. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis donabe has the ability to distribute condensation and hold heat in the microwave due to the special glaze on the interior of the pot. This makes it ideal for cooking rice in the microwave. You can also use this as an ohitsu, or warming vessel, using the outer lid and pot to reheat already cooked rice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThere is no need to pre-soak the rice before cooking in this donabe. Cook for 15min (based on a 500 watt microwave) and then let rice rest for 5- 15 minutes. Ideally, the more rice you cook, the longer it should rest. We recommend experimenting with your cooking time to achieve your desired rice firmness and texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanko ware rice donabe are measured in Japanese \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003egou. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe offer a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/products\/sake-rice-cup-1-gou-180ml?variant=38144048234648\"\u003e1-gou rice measuring cup .\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 gou = 180ml or ¾ of a US Cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esizing, specs, and measurements of white vs. brown rice\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e or if you are unfamiliar with using donabe, please reference our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\"\u003eDonabe: Use and Care page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen cooking in Banko ware pots, a far infrared wavelength is created which makes for more efficient cooking than direct surface conducted heating. Banko ware can be used on gas range tops, inside an oven and for brief re-heatings microwave ovens. Banko ware is not suitable for electric range tops (electric oven is ok), no deep frying or use on induction burners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanko ware aka Banko Yaki （\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e萬古焼\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e）or Yokkaichi Banko Yaki is a heat resistant earthenware that has been made in Mie prefecture since the 18th century. It represents the majority of stoneware for cooking produced in Japan, and is officially recognized as a traditional Japanese craft. The addition of petalite added to the clay gives Banko ware an excellent heat resistance and allows it to be exposed to direct flame. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight of Body W Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e140 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHeight without Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e120 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e160 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDiameter from Handle to Handle \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e225 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepth on Inside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e83 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e93.35 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot eligible for free domestic shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38029200228504,"sku":"MIC-3","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2313.jpg?v=1668893730"},{"product_id":"daikoku-banko-ware-stovetop-yakiniku-ceramic-grill","title":"Daikoku Banko Ware Stovetop Yakiniku Ceramic Grill","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis specialized Yakiniku ceramic grill is ideal for indoor bbq on stovetop or table-side.  The domed shape of the grill allows for excessive oil to drip down to the side.  Because of this, the grill will smoke less and be easier to clean and care for.  Unlike other ceramic ware, which need to gradually introduce even heat as to not break,  Daikoku ceramics can be transferred directly from the refrigerator to the stovetop.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen cooking with Banko ware, a far infrared wavelength is created which creates more efficient cooking than direct surface conducted heating.  Banko ware can be used on gas range tops, inside an oven and for brief re-heatings- microwave ovens. Banko ware is not suitable for electric range tops (electric oven is ok), no deep frying or use on induction burners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanko ware aka Banko Yaki （\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e萬古焼\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e）or Yokkaichi Banko Yaki is a heat resistant earthenware that has been made in Mie prefecture since the 18th century.  It represents the majority of stoneware for cooking produced in Japan, and is officially recognized as a traditional Japanese craft. The addition of petalite added to the clay gives Banko ware an excellent heat resistance and allows it to be exposed to direct flame. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e36 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e255 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter from Handle to Handle \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e305 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDepth on Inside edge\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e30 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e29 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot eligible for free domestic shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38029301612696,"sku":"YCG","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2309.jpg?v=1668896203"},{"product_id":"daikoku-banko-ware-rice-cooking-donabe-various-colors","title":"Daikoku Banko Ware Rice Cooking Donabe","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese rice cooking donabe are the most versatile donabe styles. Aside from cooking rice, they can be used to cook porridge, stews, soups, and other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003egohanmono\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e (seasoned rice dishes). Three-piece rice cooking donabe includes inner lid, outer lid, and pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe unique clay formula of our rice donabes allows rice to cook in a shorter period of time of around 10 minutes without any heat adjustments (for a 1, 2 or 3 go size). Rice made in a Kagetsu donabe tastes much better than rice made in the most expensive electric rice cooker, with grain structure being kept intact, and a sweeter taste and better aroma. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe are proud to carry our rice donabes from Kagetsu, a family business making ceramics for over 150 years in Yokkaichi, Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKagetsu was the creator of the modern donabe clay formula, as household cooking in Japan was transitioning from traditional wood-fire to gas after World War 2 and donabes needed to adjust to its higher temperatures. The current CEO’s father and uncle identified petalite as a key ingredient that can increase the donabe’s heat tolerance, after finding clues in the heat-resistant tiles of NASA rockets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBecause our line of donabes use a higher percentage of petalite in its clay formula than other companies, it is resistant to cracking even so much that you can bring it from the fridge straight to direct flame. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBanko ware rice donabe are measured in Japanese \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003egou. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe offer a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/products\/sake-rice-cup-1-gou-180ml?variant=38144048234648\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/products\/sake-rice-cup-1-gou-180ml?variant=38144048234648\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e1-gou rice measuring cup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e1 gou = 180ml or ¾ of a US Cup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003esizing, specs, and measurements of white vs. brown rice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, or if you are unfamiliar with using donabe, please reference our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDonabe: Use and Care page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot eligible for free domestic shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"1 Gou","offer_id":40742119080088,"sku":"RCD-1","price":124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Gou","offer_id":38069939175576,"sku":"RCD-2","price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Gou","offer_id":38069939208344,"sku":"RCD-3","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Gou","offer_id":38069939273880,"sku":"RCD-6","price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2268.jpg?v=1669072140"},{"product_id":"daikoku-banko-ware-kokuryu-toban-ramen-donabe-bowl-lid","title":"Daikoku Banko Ramen Donabe","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRamen Donabe \u003c\/span\u003efrom Kagetsu Daikoku Banko Ware comes with ceramic bowl and lid. Both bowl and lid may be used directly over flame, allowing you to cook and serve directly from stove to table!  Simmer and sauté in the bowl and pan fry in the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis Donabe impressively conducts and retains heat, but it can also preserve cool temperatures. It is ideal for serving an individual entrée or a shared appetizer and would be suitable for home cooks as well as industry use.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe bowl and lid offer a wide array of uses and can be used together or separate.  They work together to preserve the heat, the hot juices, and the lurv from your cooking.  It is also the perfect bowl to reheat and serve previously prepared foods. Dazzle your friends, Aunties and Uncles by swiftly delivering a ready-hot meal in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003epresentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e worthy of the Gods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe lid portion can be used as a cover for the bowl, or a handle-less cooking pan. If using the donabe to blanch or boil, utilize the indented opening in the lid to strain unwanted\/ excess liquids from your bowl. The smaller features on each lid are unique as they are all shaped by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe bowl can be transferred from the refrigerator \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eimmediately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e to the stovetop without concern of cracking or damage to its ceramic integrity. With the right touch, it's also possible to cook rice using the donabe; poke a small hole in aluminum foil and cover the bowl before placing the lid on top. Timing and heat level must be taken into consideration. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease keep in mind that Ramen Donabe get hella hot and retain their heat!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e You will need potholders or heat resistant gloves, as well as a trivet or two to use the bowl and lid painlessly. For pleasure, not punishment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"Two-Way Service Donabe!! #bernalcutlery #donabe #cooking\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hmk0Y6BTH-Y\" height=\"480\" width=\"853\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf you are unfamiliar with using donabe or are interested in learning more about them, please reference our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e'Donabe: Use and Care' page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen cooking in Banko ware pots, a far infrared wavelength is created which creates more efficient cooking than direct surface conducted heating. Banko ware can be used on gas range tops, inside an oven and for brief re-heatings- microwave ovens. Banko ware is not suitable for electric range tops (electric oven is ok), no deep frying or use on induction burners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBanko ware aka Banko Yaki （萬古焼）or Yokkaichi Banko Yaki is a heat resistant earthenware that has been made in Mie prefecture since the 18th century. It represents the majority of stoneware for cooking produced in Japan, and is officially recognized as a traditional Japanese craft. The addition of petalite added to the clay gives Banko ware an excellent heat resistance and allows it to be exposed to direct flame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter 22cm×height 7.5cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":39951903981720,"sku":"DAIKO-RAMEN-BLK","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":39951904014488,"sku":"DAIKO-RAMEN-BRWN","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Navy","offer_id":42508316770525,"sku":"DAIKO-RAMEN-NAVY","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Gray","offer_id":42508316803293,"sku":"DAIKO-RAMEN-GRAY","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2386.jpg?v=1668894346"},{"product_id":"ceramic-shoga-oroshi-ginger-grater","title":"Ceramic Shoga Oroshigane - Ginger Grater","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect pocket oroshi for shredding gnar.  While working best for ginger, it can also be used to grate to carrots, horseradish, and wasabi.  The raised lip of the dish will neatly collect grated contents, juices and all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis tool should be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehand-washed; do not put in the dishwasher.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e12.5 X 7 X 2cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"White","offer_id":42508678824157,"sku":"SN17WH","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Green","offer_id":42508678856925,"sku":"SN17BD","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Navy","offer_id":42508590579933,"sku":"S-17AI","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":42508590547165,"sku":"SN17ME","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2473.jpg?v=1668902103"},{"product_id":"ceramic-oni-daikon-oroshi-radish-grater","title":"Ceramic Oni Daikon Oroshigane - Radish Grater","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo piece ceramic oni daikon oroshi.  While this oni oroshi is ideal for daikon, it may be extended to grating ginger, onion, garlic, or turmeric as well.  Help us help you to create a lovely addition to\u003cspan\u003e salads, nabe dishes, and other condiments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eG\u003c\/span\u003eently grate colossal amounts of said vegetables that will neatly collect, juices and all, in the bottom portion of the dish.  \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehandsome bottom dish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emay be presented\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the table for serving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecautions:  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Please avoid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egrating harder vegetables like carrot or lotus root.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Do not use excessive force during your shred sesh to keep from damaging the oroshi and\/or your precious fingers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Do not use a spoon or hard object to remove gratings from oroshi teeth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Always hand wash;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e do not put in the dishwasher.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18 X 8.75 X 5.5cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"White","offer_id":42508704219357,"sku":"SN18WH","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Brown","offer_id":42508704317661,"sku":"SN18ME","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Navy","offer_id":47244895191261,"sku":"SN16AI","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2481.jpg?v=1668901986"},{"product_id":"daikoku-banko-ware-soup-donabe-white-brushstroke","title":"Daikoku Banko Ware Soup Donabe - White Brushstroke","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese classic style donabe are best suited for braising, soups and stews but can be used to cook a wide range of meals. The donabe comes with a pot and lid. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe perfect vessel for a hot pot meal, easily made with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/products\/ready-to-go-donabe-pantry-kit\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/products\/ready-to-go-donabe-pantry-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edonabe pantry to go kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e and simply adding any vegetable or protein you have in your fridge for a fast and nutritious weeknight meal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are often asked, what is the difference between cooking in a donabe compared to a Dutch oven?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDonabes have a slower rise to peak temperature and hence the umami and inherent sweetness of the ingredients are gently coaxed out of them, without breaking the food’s structure. The donabe also stays hotter for much longer due to the petalite, allowing for a more gradual cooling process. This slow cooling process is essential for what the Japanese call “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eshimikomi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e” or “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esoaking in of flavors”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. Finally, the natural clay used for donabes allow for far infrared rays to cook the food, similar to yakitori grilling with binchotan coals, allowing the food ingredients to be cooked to its core and with even temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePerhaps most importantly, however, donabes have a strong emotional component as they are associated with coming together with your loved ones as it simmers on your dining table on top of a butane grill– allowing for cooking, conversing, and eating all at the same time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are proud to carry our donabes from Kagetsu, a family business making ceramics for over 150 years in Yokkaichi, Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKagetsu was the creator of the modern donabe clay formula, as household cooking in Japan was transitioning from traditional wood-fire to gas after World War 2 and donabes needed to adjust to its higher temperatures. The current CEO’s father and uncle identified petalite as a key ingredient that can increase the donabe’s heat tolerance, after finding clues in the heat-resistant tiles of NASA rockets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBecause our line of donabes use a higher percentage of petalite in its clay formula than other companies, it is resistant to cracking even so much that you can bring it from the fridge straight to direct flame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you are unfamiliar with using donabe or are interested in learning more about them, please reference our\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\"\u003e 'Donabe: Use and Care' 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data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e150 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight without Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e88 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e210 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 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10","offer_id":42842044465373,"sku":"WBSD-10","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2346.jpg?v=1668897243"},{"product_id":"daikoku-banko-ware-rice-donabe-tomode-2-gou","title":"Daikoku Banko Ware Rice Donabe - Tomode 2 Gou","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo-piece donabe includes pot and lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis classic style donabe is designed for cooking rice but can also be used for braising, soups, and stews. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUnlike other donabe, which need to gradually introduce even heat as to not break, Daikoku donabe can be transferred directly from the refrigerator to the stovetop. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearning more about the care and use of donabe - \u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\"\u003eDonabe: Use and Care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen cooking in Banko ware pots, a far infrared wavelength is created which creates more efficient cooking than direct surface conducted heating. Banko ware can be used on gas range tops, inside an oven and for brief re-heatings- microwave ovens. Banko ware is not suitable for electric range tops (electric oven is ok), no deep frying or use on induction burners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanko ware aka Banko Yaki （\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e萬古焼\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e）or Yokkaichi Banko Yaki is a heat resistant earthenware that has been made in Mie prefecture since the 18th century. It represents the majority of stoneware for cooking produced in Japan, and is officially recognized as a traditional Japanese craft. The addition of petalite added to the clay gives Banko ware an excellent heat resistance and allows it to be exposed to direct flame. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight of Body W Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e111 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight without Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e66 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e155 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter from Handle to Handle \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e218 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDepth on Inside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e53 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e32.33 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot eligible for free domestic shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42842033389789,"sku":"TD-2","price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2277.jpg?v=1668896064"},{"product_id":"daikoku-banko-ware-soup-donabe-black-brushtroke","title":"Daikoku Banko Ware Soup Donabe - Black Brushstroke","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese classic style donabe are best suited for braising, soups and stews but can be used to cook a wide range of meals. The donabe comes with a pot and lid. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe perfect vessel for a hot pot meal, easily made with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003edonabe pantry to go kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and simply adding any vegetable or protein you have in your fridge for a fast and nutritious weeknight meal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are often asked, what is the difference between cooking in a donabe compared to a Dutch oven?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDonabes have a slower rise to peak temperature and hence the umami and inherent sweetness of the ingredients are gently coaxed out of them, without breaking the food’s structure. The donabe also stays hotter for much longer due to the petalite, allowing for a more gradual cooling process. This slow cooling process is essential for what the Japanese call “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eshimikomi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e” or “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003esoaking in of flavors”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. Finally, the natural clay used for donabes allow for far infrared rays to cook the food, similar to yakitori grilling with binchotan coals, allowing the food ingredients to be cooked to its core and with even temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePerhaps most importantly, however, donabes have a strong emotional component as they are associated with coming together with your loved ones as it simmers on your dining table on top of a butane grill– allowing for cooking, conversing, and eating all at the same time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe are proud to carry our donabes from Kagetsu, a family business making ceramics for over 150 years in Yokkaichi, Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKagetsu was the creator of the modern donabe clay formula, as household cooking in Japan was transitioning from traditional wood-fire to gas after World War 2 and donabes needed to adjust to its higher temperatures. The current CEO’s father and uncle identified petalite as a key ingredient that can increase the donabe’s heat tolerance, after finding clues in the heat-resistant tiles of NASA rockets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBecause our line of donabes use a higher percentage of petalite in its clay formula than other companies, it is resistant to cracking even so much that you can bring it from the fridge straight to direct flame. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are unfamiliar with using donabe or are interested in learning more about them, please reference our \u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"'Donabe: Use and Care' page\" href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\"\u003e'Donabe: Use and Care' page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight of Body W Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e111 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight without Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e66 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e155 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter from Handle to Handle \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e218 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDepth on Inside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e53 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e32.33 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight of Body W Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e150 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight without Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e88 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e210 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter from Handle to Handle 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oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight of Body W Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e180 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight without Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e105 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e260 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter from Handle to Handle \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e373 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDepth on Inside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e82 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e124.96 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot eligible for free domestic shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"No. 8","offer_id":42842082705629,"sku":"BBSD-8","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"No. 10","offer_id":42842082738397,"sku":"BBSD-10","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2391.jpg?v=1668896347"},{"product_id":"limited-edition-daikoku-banko-ware-rice-donabe-white-fog","title":"Limited Edition Daikoku Banko Ware Rice Donabe - White Fog","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-piece rice cooking donabe includes inner lid, outer lid, and pot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the qualities of a Daikoku rice donate described below, the White Fog edition has higher heat conductivity due to the inclusion of minerals in addition to clay, making it more responsive if the chef desires to adjust the heat. (Traditional donabes made only from clay will remain hot once it is hot, even if one turns down the flame).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe White Fog edition also has thinner walls than the standard Black Daikoku Banko Rice Donabe, with a craftsman shaving it by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese rice cooking donabes are the most versatile donabe styles. Aside from cooking rice, they can be used to cook porridge, stews, soups, and other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003egohanmono\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e (seasoned rice dishes). Three-piece rice cooking donabe includes inner lid, outer lid, and pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe unique clay formula of our rice donabes allows rice to cook in a shorter period of time of around 10 minutes without any heat adjustments (for a 1, 2 or 3 go size). Rice made in a Kagetsu donabe tastes much better than rice made in the most expensive electric rice cooker, with grain structure being kept intact, and a sweeter taste and better aroma. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are proud to carry our rice donabes from Kagetsu, a family business making ceramics for over 150 years in Yokkaichi, Japan. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKagetsu was the creator of the modern donabe clay formula, as household cooking in Japan was transitioning from traditional wood-fire to gas after World War 2 and donabes needed to adjust to its higher temperatures. The current CEO’s father and uncle identified petalite as a key ingredient that can increase the donabe’s heat tolerance, after finding clues in the heat-resistant tiles of NASA rockets. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause our line of donabes use a higher percentage of petalite in its clay formula than other companies, it is resistant to cracking even so much that you can bring it from the fridge straight to direct flame. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanko ware rice donabe are measured in Japanese\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003egou. \u003c\/em\u003eWe offer a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/products\/sake-rice-cup-1-gou-180ml?variant=38144048234648\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/products\/sake-rice-cup-1-gou-180ml?variant=38144048234648\"\u003e1-gou rice measuring cup\u003c\/a\u003e .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 gou = 180ml or ¾ of a US Cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\"\u003esizing, specs, and measurements of white vs. brown rice\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e or if you are unfamiliar with using donabe, please reference our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\"\u003eDonabe: Use and Care page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot eligible for free domestic shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"2 Gou","offer_id":42899810353373,"sku":"RCD-2DSNOW","price":206.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gou","offer_id":42899774832861,"sku":"RCD-3DSNOW","price":258.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 Gou","offer_id":42899774865629,"sku":"RCD-4DSNOW","price":314.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 Gou","offer_id":42899811991773,"sku":"RCD-6DSNOW","price":376.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2292.jpg?v=1712268971"},{"product_id":"natto-bowl-white","title":"Natto Bowl - White","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bowl made just for mixing natto (fermented soy beans).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grooves serve a dual purpose: to maximize the amount of air you get when you mix your natto, therefore creating a fluffy natto texture and best taste, and also when you wash the bowl the \u003cem\u003eneba neba\u003c\/em\u003e (sliminess) is decreased due to the beans not sticking as much to the walls of the bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle also allows for a firm grip as you mix your natto with as much fervor as you wish!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perfect accessory if you have taken \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/making-natto-at-home\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour Natto class \u003c\/a\u003eoffered at Bernal Cutlery! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash, do not put in dishwasher. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMino ware (called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eMino yaki\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Japanese) is produced in the Tono area of Gifu prefecture. It has a long history and tradition but has adapted to modern life style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eW 170mm x D 120mm x H 100mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePorcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Takada City, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42899816939741,"sku":"12122-11391","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2427.jpg?v=1668897347"},{"product_id":"suribachi-white","title":"Suribachi - White","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuribachis are made for grinding spices or sesame seeds made from Porcelain. \u003cstrong\u003eNote: this product includes a grinding stick. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMino ware (called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eMino yaki\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Japanese) is produced in the Tono area of the Gifu prefecture. It has a long history and tradition but has adapted to modern life style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHand wash, do not put in dishwasher. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall\u003c\/strong\u003e: Diameter: 125mm | Height 55mm\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium\u003c\/strong\u003e: Diameter: 190mm | Height 75mm\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge\u003c\/strong\u003e: Diameter: 225 mm | Height 90 mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Takada, Japan \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":42902382444765,"sku":"12122-11361 - 125XH55","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":42902382477533,"sku":"12122-11371 - 190XH75","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":42902382510301,"sku":"12122-11381 - 225XH90","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/files\/8-11-1325.jpg?v=1691772680"},{"product_id":"new-item-toribachi-for-ih-ceramic-coated-soup-donabe","title":"Toribachi bowls","description":"\u003cp\u003eToribachis are small bowls that are most often used to serve individual servings for soup donabes or other large dishes that are to be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand wash, do not put in dishwasher. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eW 155mm x D 127mm x H 65mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBanko ware, heat resistant Clay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":42907795128541,"sku":"12106-60084","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":42907795161309,"sku":"12106-60083","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gray","offer_id":43480529633501,"sku":"12105-91034","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/files\/8-9-1296.jpg?v=1691609144"},{"product_id":"daikoku-banko-ware-soup-donabe-solid-black","title":"Daikoku Banko Ware Soup Donabe - Solid Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese classic style donabe are best suited for braising, soups and stews but can be used to cook a wide range of meals. The donabe comes with a pot and lid. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe perfect vessel for a hot pot meal, easily made with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/products\/ready-to-go-donabe-pantry-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003edonabe pantry to go kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and simply adding any vegetable or protein you have in your fridge for a fast and nutritious weeknight meal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are often asked, what is the difference between cooking in a donabe compared to a Dutch oven?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDonabes have a slower rise to peak temperature and hence the umami and inherent sweetness of the ingredients are gently coaxed out of them, without breaking the food’s structure. The donabe also stays hotter for much longer due to the petalite, allowing for a more gradual cooling process. This slow cooling process is essential for what the Japanese call “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshimikomi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e” or “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003esoaking in of flavors”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Finally, the natural clay used for donabes allow for far infrared rays to cook the food, similar to yakitori grilling with binchotan coals, allowing the food ingredients to be cooked to its core and with even temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerhaps most importantly, however, donabes have a strong emotional component as they are associated with coming together with your loved ones as it simmers on your dining table on top of a butane grill– allowing for cooking, conversing, and eating all at the same time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are proud to carry our donabes from Kagetsu, a family business making ceramics for over 150 years in Yokkaichi, Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKagetsu was the creator of the modern donabe clay formula, as household cooking in Japan was transitioning from traditional wood-fire to gas after World War 2 and donabes needed to adjust to its higher temperatures. 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10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight of Body W Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e180 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight without Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e105 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e260 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter from Handle to Handle \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e373 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDepth on Inside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e82 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e124.96 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot eligible for free domestic shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"No. 8","offer_id":43273717088477,"sku":"SBSD-8","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No. 10","offer_id":43273717121245,"sku":"SBSD-10","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2329.jpg?v=1668894637"},{"product_id":"daikoku-banko-ware-soup-donabe-solid-white","title":"Daikoku Banko Ware Soup Donabe - Solid White","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese classic style donabe are best suited for braising, soups and stews but can be used to cook a wide range of meals. The donabe comes with a pot and lid. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe perfect vessel for a hot pot meal, easily made with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/products\/ready-to-go-donabe-pantry-kit\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/products\/ready-to-go-donabe-pantry-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003edonabe pantry to go kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e and simply adding any vegetable or protein you have in your fridge for a fast and nutritious weeknight meal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are often asked, what is the difference between cooking in a donabe compared to a Dutch oven?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDonabes have a slower rise to peak temperature and hence the umami and inherent sweetness of the ingredients are gently coaxed out of them, without breaking the food’s structure. The donabe also stays hotter for much longer due to the petalite, allowing for a more gradual cooling process. This slow cooling process is essential for what the Japanese call “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eshimikomi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e” or “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esoaking in of flavors”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e. Finally, the natural clay used for donabes allow for far infrared rays to cook the food, similar to yakitori grilling with binchotan coals, allowing the food ingredients to be cooked to its core and with even temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePerhaps most importantly, however, donabes have a strong emotional component as they are associated with coming together with your loved ones as it simmers on your dining table on top of a butane grill– allowing for cooking, conversing, and eating all at the same time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe are proud to carry our donabes from Kagetsu, a family business making ceramics for over 150 years in Yokkaichi, Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKagetsu was the creator of the modern donabe clay formula, as household cooking in Japan was transitioning from traditional wood-fire to gas after World War 2 and donabes needed to adjust to its higher temperatures. The current CEO’s father and uncle identified petalite as a key ingredient that can increase the donabe’s heat tolerance, after finding clues in the heat-resistant tiles of NASA rockets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBecause our line of donabes use a higher percentage of petalite in its clay formula than other companies, it is resistant to cracking even so much that you can bring it from the fridge straight to direct flame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you are unfamiliar with using donabe or are interested in learning more about them, please reference our\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\"\u003e 'Donabe: Use and Care' page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight of Body W Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e111 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight without Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e66 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e155 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter from Handle to Handle \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e218 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDepth on Inside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e53 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e32.33 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight of Body W Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e150 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight without Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e88 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e210 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter from Handle to Handle \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e296 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDepth on Inside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e70 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e69.33 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo. 10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight of Body W Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e180 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight without Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e105 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e260 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter from Handle to Handle \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e373 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDepth on Inside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 17px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e82 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"height: 16px;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e124.96 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot eligible for free domestic shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"No. 8","offer_id":43273718530269,"sku":"SWSD-8","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"No. 10","offer_id":43273718563037,"sku":"SWSD-10","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/products\/IMG_2355.jpg?v=1668894591"},{"product_id":"daikoku-banko-ware-soup-donabe-ih-no-9","title":"Daikoku Banko Ware Soup Donabe - IH No. 9","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDaikoku Banko Soup Donabe in Size 9 (ideal for approximately 4 people). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe stainless steel plate inside the donabe magically will turn this donabe IH compatible! When you are using on gas flame, simply remove the plate for dual use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe shape of this donabe has also been modified to be IH compatible, with a flatter bottom for maximum contact with the IH surface. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou can use for induction cooktops, gas stovetops, and ovens. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a 3 piece 9 gou IH soup two piece donabe, with a lid and body plus a stainless steel plate. It has a ceramic coating for ease of cleaning, and allows you to skip the step of \"medome\" (or seasoning).  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese classic style donabe are best suited for braising, soups and stews but can be used to cook a wide range of meals. The donabe comes with a pot and lid. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe perfect vessel for a hot pot meal, easily made with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/products\/ready-to-go-donabe-pantry-kit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003edonabe pantry to go kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and simply adding any vegetable or protein you have in your fridge for a fast and nutritious weeknight meal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are often asked, what is the difference between cooking in a donabe compared to a Dutch oven?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDonabes have a slower rise to peak temperature and hence the umami and inherent sweetness of the ingredients are gently coaxed out of them, without breaking the food’s structure. The donabe also stays hotter for much longer due to the petalite, allowing for a more gradual cooling process. This slow cooling process is essential for what the Japanese call “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshimikomi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e” or “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003esoaking in of flavors”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Finally, the natural clay used for donabes allow for far infrared rays to cook the food, similar to yakitori grilling with binchotan coals, allowing the food ingredients to be cooked to its core and with even temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerhaps most importantly, however, donabes have a strong emotional component as they are associated with coming together with your loved ones as it simmers on your dining table on top of a butane grill– allowing for cooking, conversing, and eating all at the same time. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are proud to carry our donabes from Kagetsu, a family business making ceramics for over 150 years in Yokkaichi, Japan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKagetsu was the creator of the modern donabe clay formula, as household cooking in Japan was transitioning from traditional wood-fire to gas after World War 2 and donabes needed to adjust to its higher temperatures. The current CEO’s father and uncle identified petalite as a key ingredient that can increase the donabe’s heat tolerance, after finding clues in the heat-resistant tiles of NASA rockets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause our line of donabes use a higher percentage of petalite in its clay formula than other companies, it is resistant to cracking even so much that you can bring it from the fridge straight to direct flame.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIf you are unfamiliar with using donabe or are interested in learning more about them, please reference our\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bernalcutlery.com\/pages\/donabe-use-and-care\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003e 'Donabe: Use and Care' page\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cb\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 565px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight of Body with Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e162mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eHeight without Lid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e111mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter on Inside\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e245mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDiameter from Handle to Handle\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e332mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDepth on Inside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e80mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003eDisk Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 17px;\"\u003e170mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"height: 16px;\"\u003e102.8oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Kagetsu","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":43546720370909,"sku":"DBIH-BLK","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":43546720403677,"sku":"DBIH-WHI","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Kyokohiki","offer_id":44231621542109,"sku":"DBIH-KYO","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/3339\/7144\/files\/IH_Donabe_Product_W_Stamp.jpg?v=1731456026"},{"product_id":"wooden-chopstick-rest-mushroom","title":"Wooden Chopstick Rest - 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