Touga Wooden Base for Donabe - 18cm

A donabe comes off the stove holding intense heat in its base — enough to scorch a fabric mat or linen heat protector, let alone the table underneath. This Touga wooden base is a trivet made for exactly that job: thick natural wood takes the heat without marking, so the pot can go straight from the stove to the table.

The surface is flame-charred in Japan using the traditional Yakisugi (焼杉) method, which further improves heat resistance and highlights the natural grain.

What's Included

• 1 x Wooden Base for Donabe (18cm)

Prefer extra thickness? The slatted version is thicker and sits even steadier under a full pot.

Protect your hands too: see all donabe mats and pot holders.

Key Features

• Handles Donabe Heat: Shields the table from base heat that would scorch fabric mats and linen protectors.
• Authentic Yakisugi Finish: Traditional flame-charring improves heat resistance and durability without chemical sealants.
• Straight to the Table: Serve nabe directly from the pot with the table protected.
• Made by Touga: A tableware accessory from Touga, a Japanese maker of donabe tableware and accessories.

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'. Touga is a Japanese tableware maker specialising in ceramic and wooden pieces for the donabe table, pairing traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.

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