Bamboo-Style Zaru Soba Draining Mat - 19.5cm

The Zaru Soba Draining Mat is an essential accessory for serving authentic Japanese cold noodles. Designed to sit atop a plate or bowl, it elevates food to allow excess water to drain away — keeping noodles at their ideal texture and preventing sogginess. The bamboo-style finish provides the traditional aesthetic of a zaru with a consistent, durable surface.

At 19.5cm in diameter, the mat fits most standard Japanese dinner plates in the 23–25cm range. Beyond noodles, it works equally well for tempura and fried foods, allowing air to circulate and keeping the batter crisp.

What's Included

• 1 x Bamboo-Style Zaru Soba Draining Mat - 19.5cm

Draining mat only — the plate shown in photos is not included.

Pairs with the Toki Takane Indigo Tokusa Large Plate - 25cm, or purchase both together as the Toki Takane Indigo Tokusa Zaru Soba Set.

Key Features

• Draining Function: Raises food off the plate to allow excess moisture to drain, maintaining the texture of cold noodles and fried foods.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for Zaru Soba, Udon, cold noodles, tempura, and other fried dishes.
• Bamboo-Style Aesthetic: Provides the traditional look of a bamboo zaru with a consistent, durable finish.
• Compatible Sizing: The 19.5cm diameter fits most standard Japanese dinner plates of approximately 23–25cm.

Care Instructions

• Hand wash only — not suitable for dishwasher or microwave use.
• Dry thoroughly after washing to prevent mould or residue buildup.
• Store in a well-ventilated area.

About Zaru

The zaru is a traditional Japanese draining basket or mat, historically woven from bamboo, used to drain and serve cold noodles such as soba and udon. Placing noodles on a zaru allows excess cooking water to drain away while the dish is brought to the table, preserving the texture and presentation of the noodles. The zaru remains a staple of Japanese home dining and is closely associated with the summer dish Zaru Soba.

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