Touga Wooden Base for Donabe - 18cm
The Beauty of a Traditional Donabe
Your donabe will develop a beautiful network of fine lines (crazing) as you use it. This is a celebrated sign of its authentic, handmade nature. Learn more.
Touga Wooden Base for Donabe - 18cm
Serve your hot donabe directly at the table with this elegant Touga Wooden Base. Crafted in Japan using the traditional Yakisugi (焼杉) method, the wood surface is flame-charred to create a rustic, protective finish that enhances the natural grain. This 18cm trivet is an essential accessory for protecting your tabletop from the intense heat of a freshly used donabe.
What's Included
- 1 x Wooden Base for Donabe (18cm)
Key Features
- Authentic Yakisugi Finish: Crafted using a traditional Japanese flame-charring technique that enhances the wood's natural beauty and durability.
- Effective Heat Protection: Safely shields your dining table and other surfaces from scorch marks and heat damage from hot donabe pots.
- Durable & Resistant: The charring process naturally makes the wood more resistant to heat without the use of chemical sealants.
- Made by Touga: A quality tableware accessory from Touga, a renowned Japanese brand with a 70-year legacy.
Use and Care
- This item is treated with a traditional flame-charring process. A fine, dark powder (excess carbon) may be present initially; this is a normal characteristic of the finish and will diminish with use.
- To clean, gently wipe the surface with a damp cloth using water only.
- Do not use soap or detergent, as it may damage the natural finish.
- After wiping, allow the wood to air dry completely before storing.
About Touga Tableware
"Touga" (陶雅) means 'elegant pottery'. With a rich legacy of over seventy years, Touga is a prominent player in the Japanese ceramic industry, committed to creating sophisticated, top-tier tableware that seamlessly fuses traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.
Specifications
| Brand | Touga |
| Product | Wooden Base / Trivet |
| Dimensions | Approx. 18 cm x 18 cm x 0.8 cm |
| Material | Natural Wood |
| Finish | Yakisugi (Traditional Flame Charring) |
| Country of Origin | Made in Japan |
What is Donabe Japanese clay pot?
A staple in Japanese homes for generations, the donabe is a traditional earthenware pot cherished for its versatility and durability.
Its time-tested design can withstand high heat and direct flame, making it perfect for cooking everything from rice and stews to communal hot-pot meals like shabu-shabu.
Ideal for simple and nutritious one-pot cooking, the donabe is a beautiful vessel that moves seamlessly from the stovetop to the dining table.
User Guide, Recipes, and Review
- Donabe Care & Use: Essential seasoning (medome) and care instructions.
- Donabe Recipes: Creative ideas for Japanese one-pot meals.
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- Customer Reviews: 100% genuine feedback.
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