Ginpo Kikka Donabe/Casserole (Blue)  - Serves 2-3
Ginpo Kikka Donabe/Casserole (Blue)  - Serves 2-3
Ginpo Kikka Donabe/Casserole (Blue)  - Serves 2-3
Ginpo Kikka Donabe/Casserole (Blue)  - Serves 2-3

Ginpo Kikka Donabe/Casserole (Blue) - Serves 2-3

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Donabe literally means "clay pot" and is an essential piece of cookware in Japanese homes.

In 1932 the founder of Ginpo, Sutematsu Kumamoto, was a wholesaler of ceramics but had not come across any high-quality ceramics. As a goal to produce "high-quality manufactured goods" he founded Banko Shinko Yogyosho Limited, and began to mainly manufacture tableware, "Donabe" casserole pots.

The Kikka is a next-generation Donabe casserole pot that matches modern people’s lifestyles. As it does not require a surface coating before use like some others, which takes time and labor, this donabe can be used immediately after purchase.

Although very effectively retaining it's heat storage property, the Kikka was successfully made 15% lighter than the conventional Hanamishima model. Thanks to the easier handling of this pot, you can also enjoy freshly cooked hot meals on the table.

The Kikka's internal black glaze is also designed to prevent odours and stains, allowing you to enjoy a wide variety of dishes, from hot-pots to soups, curry and cheese fondue.

Dimensions:  24.4 x 22 x 12.5cm

Approximate rice: 1 Cup〜 1.5 Cups

Capacity:1.1ℓ

Weight:1.4kg

Kikka Donabe and Rice Cookers cannot be used with IH (induction heating) cooktops.
It can be used with gas stoves, electric heaters, microwave ovens, and in ovens (with the lid removed).

*This product has a texture of shading of glaze. Please note that some unevenness in colour may occur.

RECIPES

Visit the link below for recipes and tips and tricks:

https://happydonabelife.com/donabe-recipes/

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE:

  • Can not be used for deep-fried cooking.
  • Always use a pot coaster before placing on a table
  • When cooking, use oven mittens to move the pot. Also be careful of steam escaping from the hole in the lid as to not scald yourself.
  • Please be careful about using an electromagnetic cooking device used with the pot, because the top plate of the device becomes extremely hot during use.
  • Hot water may splash out during boiling. Be careful not to scald yourself.
  • Please avoid heating an empty earthen pot.
  • When using an electric coiled cooking surface, please ensure a gap of more than 1 cm between the coils and the earthen pot.
  • If you remove an earthen pot from the freezer, thaw it before cooking.
  • For the first 5 uses, please avoid leaving food and ingredients inside the pot after cooking.
  • After each use, please dry well and keep the earthen pot in a dry space to prevent mold or mildew.
  • Avoid soaking the earthen pot in detergent water. Wash and rinse only.
  • Please also avoid using curry, kimuchi of similar seasoned foods for the first 5 times of use (this will help to prevent discoloration and odors from lingering in the future).
  • Please be careful when using high heat, stir the food being cooked occasionally to prevent scorching the inside of the pot.Since an earthen pot has water absorbency, a burn mark may be left on the surface due to food ingredients being burned black and sticking to the bottom of the pot.

 

FREE SHIPPING ON ALL ORDERS OVER R1250

We use a selection of reputable national courier companies for deliveries, depending on the delivery address.  Your parcel should arrive within 3-5 working days of receipt of the order or POP, if an EFT. Rural delivery may take a little bit longer. We will always advise if there is an expected delay.

SOUTH AFRICA

All delivery costs for products delivered within South Africa are based on a flat rate fee, if under R1250 in retail value. R105 for within Cape Town and R120 for National. We also offer a Collection option which is free of charge. 

Collection is from:

SETAMONO JAPANESE HOMEWARE - CAPE TOWN
The Courtyard, Shop 5
The Old Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village
De Waterkant, Corner of Dixon & Waterkant Street,
Cape Town, 8005, South Africa

((You can find us in the Courtyard, opposite Yoga Loft or beside Susu Bubble Tea and SHIFT Expresso Bar)

INTERNATIONAL

We do send orders internationally. Costs for international shipping will be based on specific location. For further information regarding our international freight costs, or if you have a specific enquiry, please email hello@setamonotableware.com
 
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Marvin G. Mazibuko
From Metal to Clay — The Calming Blue Ginpo Kikka Donabe That Elevates Flavor

The Ginpo Kikka Donabe has become a well-rounded addition to my kitchen. It cooks beautifully and consistently, holding a gentle, steady heat that makes rice, stews, and braises come out deeply flavorful and perfectly textured. The calming blue finish looks pleasant on the table and the stove alike—there’s a quiet elegance to it that makes everyday meals feel special.

It’s already replacing my metallic pots, which have delightfully served me for some time. With the donabe, I notice the food tastes better and—even for me—seems to “behave” differently afterward, feeling lighter and more satisfying. The 2–3 serving size is ideal for weeknights and small gatherings, and the pot’s weight and balance inspire confidence without being cumbersome. Cleaning and day-to-day handling have been straightforward, and the craftsmanship is clear in the fit, finish, and lid seal.

Thank you for making it possible for me to procure and experience creating with this well-crafted donabe. It’s a beautiful piece that elevates both the cooking and the moment of serving, and I’m genuinely happy to have it in daily rotation.

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