Featuring excellent heat storage and retention, the Ameyu Donabe has a wide base that facilitates a greater surface area for heat conduction. As versatile as a Dutch oven or French casserole pan, it is available in two sizes and can be utilised for various forms of cooking such as stewing to roasting and perfect for for a cosy hotpot or soups.
<Small>
Size: Ø19cm x H10.5cm
Capacity: 600ml
Weight: 1kg
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Size: Ø27cm x H14.5cm
Capacity: 1600ml
Weight: 2.5kg
Material: Clay
Producer: Nagatani-en
Made in Iga, Mie Prefecture, Japan
Nagatani-en
Established in 1832, Nagatani-en, follows a rich tradition of manufacturing Iga-yaki dating back 1300 years. Iga-yaki (Iga-style) pottery is one of Japan’s most highly-regarded traditional ceramics and is said to have originated in Iga, Mie-Prefecture in late 7th Century. At Nagatani-en, each donabe is made by hand with care and takes about 2 weeks to produce an individual donabe. Nagatani-en’s Iga-yaki products have been loved by both professionals and home cooks in Japan.