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Ginpo is one of the most celebrated donabe pottery brands in Japan, renowned for its classic Hana Mishima design. Created over 50 years ago and still popular today, the Hana Mishima design features intricate floral motifs and represents traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Made using Banko Yaki techniques, these beautiful pieces of kitchenware are built to last for generations when properly cared for.
A staple in every Japanese household, the donabe is the quintessential all-in-one pot known for its incredible versatility. From cooking fluffy rice and hearty soups to preparing shabu-shabu hot pots, the donabe can handle it all.
Its ability to evenly distribute heat makes it perfect for a variety of dishes, ensuring rich flavours and perfect textures. Whether you’re simmering, steaming, or slow-cooking, the donabe is your go-to cookware for a wide range of culinary creations.
Hana-Mishima, Ginpo's long-running flagship model.The Hana-Mishima series of cookware is intended mainly for household use. Seasoning a Ginpo Claypot Claypots are pourous and can stains, odor, or mold.
How to season a clay pot
1. Fill the clay pot with clean water (about 80% full), and bring the water to boil on medium heat.
2.Add 2 Tbsp. flour or potato starch and mix well.
3. Simmer over low heat for fifteen minutes, turn off the heat, and then leave the pot and water to cool to room temperature.
4. Wash and rinse the pot, then dry overnight before use.
Care and maintenace
After each use, please dry well and keep the claypot pot in a dry space to prevent mold or mildew. For the first 5 uses, please avoid leaving food and ingredients inside the pot after cooking. (This will help to season your pot for many years of use.) Please also avoid using curry, kimchi or similar seasoned foods for the first 5 times of use. (This will help to prevent discoloration and odors from lingering in the future.) Avoid soaking the earthen pot in detergent water. Wash and rinse only.
Wasn't really sure what I was looking for, but the team was very responsive and helped me pick out this donabe. They also guided me in seasoning it for first use as well!
Delivery was quick and well packaged, arrived in perfect condition.