Cookware
Cookware
Good cookware is the foundation of good cooking, and the Japanese approach to pots and pans reflects the same philosophy that runs through every other category in the kitchen, precision in design, integrity in materials and a long-term view of what a kitchen tool should be. Pieces made in Japan are typically built to last for decades rather than seasons, using materials that improve with use rather than degrading quickly. A well-seasoned cast iron pan, a Yukihira aluminium saucepan worn smooth from years of use, a donabe clay pot that has absorbed the flavours of hundreds of meals, these are objects that develop character over time.
The collection covers every category of cookware you are likely to need for Japanese home cooking. Frying pans and skillets range from lightweight aluminium non-stick options for everyday use to heavy cast iron pieces that retain heat for long after you turn off the flame. Saucepans include the iconic Japanese Yukihira style with its hammered body and pouring lips on both sides, as well as enamel and stainless steel alternatives. Hotpots and donabe clay pots are available in several sizes and styles for shabu-shabu, sukiyaki, oden and everyday rice cooking.
The cast iron section deserves particular attention. Iwachu and Oigen, both based in Iwate Prefecture, the historic centre of Japanese ironware, produce pieces of exceptional quality. Their tetsubin kettles, frying pans, takoyaki plates and casseroles are built using techniques that go back centuries, and they are designed to last not just a lifetime but potentially several. Cast iron also adds trace amounts of iron to food and water, which is considered a health benefit in Japanese kitchen culture.
Whether you are building a kitchen from nothing or upgrading a specific piece, investing in quality cookware from Japan is one of the best decisions you can make for your cooking in the long run.
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Pair your cookware with our Japanese knives or complete your table setting with our tableware collection.
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The Pikachu Hot Sandwich Frypan is a character cast iron pan that toasts sandwiches with Pikachu's face pressed into every bite. A must-have for Pokémon fans. Includes 1 sandwich frying pan Dimensions 14 × 35.7 × 3.5 cm (5.5 ×...
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The Iwachu Tempura Fondue Pot Fryer is a cast iron deep fryer with a built-in thermometer and oil draining rack, everything needed for crisp, light Japanese tempura at home. Includes 1 cast iron pot Dimensions 22 × 17 × H10.5...
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The Iwachu Oil Plate Grill is a flat cast iron griddle designed for grilling fish, vegetables, and meat, Japanese teppan style at home. Includes 1 cast iron oil plate Dimensions 35.5 × 25 × 2.5 cm (13.9 × 9.8 ×...
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The Iwachu Bread Cooker is a cast iron pot designed for baking artisan-style bread on any hob or in the oven. The heavy lid traps steam to create a perfectly crusty loaf every time. Includes 1 cast iron pot +...
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The Iwachu Oval Dutch Oven is a premium Japanese cast iron casserole with an enamel interior. Retains heat superbly for slow-cooked stews, braises, and Japanese nimono. Includes 1 oval cast iron pot Dimensions 33.9 × 18.8 cm, 1.5L, 3.5kg Heat...
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Mickey Hot Sandwich Frypan | Non-Stick Character Pan A fun and functional sandwich pan that imprints the beloved Mickey Mouse silhouette onto your toasted sandwiches. Non-stick coating, stovetop-ready, easy to clean. Design Mickey Mouse shape Coating Non-stick Compatible with Gas...