heaterThis Iga-yaki earthenware grill moderate even cooking promotes tender and juicy, meats and vegetables without direct access to the flame the heat is transferred into the naturally porous earthenware.
Size: Ø32.5cm x 10cm
Capacity: 500ml
Weight: 4kg
Material: Clay
Producer: Nagatani-en
Made in Iga, Mie Prefecture, Japan
It cannot be used with an induction heater as it is made of ceramic.
How to use "Yaki-Yaki san"
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Set the grill body (bottom part) over the gas stovetop. Fill the water into the outer reservoir for about 80%. Set the top grill on the grill body.
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Heat the grill for about 5 minutes over high heat. Turn the heat down to medium. The grill is ready to cook!! Brush the grill top with oil to prevent certain ingredients from sticking if necessary.
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When the water level of the reservoir becomes too low, fills with more water.
Instruction for Griller Yaki-Yaki-san
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Pot is always dry when you use- *if your pot is still wet, it could cause cracking when you use.
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Never cool down or never put cold water onto a hot pot. Never put the hot pot to a very cold spot immediately, or never add cold water into the hot pot as it may crack or break.
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Please use the pot stand. The bottom of the griller can be very hot and it may burn or scratch your bench or tabletop
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Do not burn yourself - When the pot is cooking, please handle it carefully. Never touch it with your bare hands as it can be very hot. Best to use with oven mitts.
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.
