The Kikka series is a lighter structure which can be brought to boil much more quickly than some heavier donabe. They are also known for retaining the heat for longer after it has been turned off, owing to high quality petalite (a stone known for heat expansion) used in the clay. This Donabe comes from Ginpo Co., a maker of heat-resistant cookware in Yokkaichi City of Mie prefecture. They pride themselves on fully integrated production, a system in which the whole life-cycle of the product, from raw material selection to kiln-firing, takes place at the company with no outsourcing. Note: The use of red clay and the composition of the black glaze makes these donabes less porous, so no pre-seasoning or sealing is necessary. Features: Dimensions: 9"D Serves 2-4 (37oz) 7-go rice Material: Ceramic Made in Shiga, Japan Donabe Care Dry the bottom of the pot with a cloth before placing on the stove Don’t soak the entire pot in water to clean Dry completely after cleaning and store in a cool dark place to avoid mold growth Remove stains with kitchen-grade bleach Use a trivet to avoid scratching your table top Oven + microwave safe Can be used on gas stoves Do not use on electric or induction cooktops Do not use for deep frying
