Ochazuke
Ochazuke
Ochazuke is one of Japan's most elemental comfort foods, a bowl of steamed rice with hot green tea or dashi poured over it, topped with a simple selection of garnishes. It requires almost no cooking, produces almost no washing up and delivers a warmth and satisfaction that is completely out of proportion to the effort involved. In Japan it is the meal you make at the end of a long day, late at night after a restaurant meal, or when you are under the weather and need something warm and uncomplicated. It is also a common way to use leftover rice, which rehydrates beautifully when the hot liquid is poured over it.
The toppings for ochazuke are flexible and personal. Traditional options include pickled plum (umeboshi), salted salmon flakes, nori strips, mitsuba herb, sesame seeds and arare rice crackers. The rice cracker topping is particularly characteristic, it adds crunch that contrasts pleasantly with the soft, warm rice beneath. More elaborate versions use good sashimi or grilled fish, turning a simple late-night snack into something closer to a complete meal.
The tea or dashi used as the pouring liquid matters more than you might think. A freshly brewed cup of sencha or hojicha provides a clean, pleasant base that complements most toppings. Dashi, particularly one made from kombu and katsuobushi, gives a richer, more savoury result that works especially well with pickled or grilled toppings. Instant ochazuke seasoning packets, which are extremely popular in Japan, contain a pre-mixed blend of flavourings and small toppings that dissolve instantly in the hot liquid.
The collection here covers the bowls, teaware and condiment accessories that make the ochazuke experience complete at home.
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This Japanese microwave rice cooker lets you cook perfect fluffy white rice in under 15 minutes without a dedicated rice cooker. Compact, BPA-free, and easy to clean. Includes 1 rice cooker + measuring cup Dimensions 14 × H14 × 13.6...
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The Miyazaki Teapot is a Japanese ceramic kyusu with a distinctive Miyazaki glaze inspired by the lush forest landscapes of Miyazaki prefecture. A beautiful, nature-inspired teapot for everyday green tea. Region of Origin Tsubame, Niigata Prefecture, Japan Material High-Grade 18-8...
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The Hiragata Banko Kyusu is a flat-profile Banko ware teapot with a distinctive hiragata rounded body, a classic form from Yokkaichi's celebrated Banko pottery tradition in Mie prefecture. Pottery Style Banko-yaki (Mie Prefecture, Japan) Strainer Type Sakura-cut Stainless Steel Mesh...
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The Serving Spoon for Rice is a Japanese paddle-style rice spatula (shamoji) with a non-stick coating that prevents cooked rice from sticking during serving. Clean, hygienic, and essential for every rice cooker. Country of Origin MADE IN JAPAN 🇯🇵 In...
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Renge Spoons Tetsu, a set of wide, flat-bowled ceramic renge spoons in a dark Tetsu glaze. The classic Japanese soup spoon for ramen, wonton soup, and noodle dishes. Includes 5 spoons, 17.7cm length each Material 18-8 stainless steel Care Dishwasher...
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Marugata Ramen Spoons (set of 4) are wide-bowl ceramic spoons in a classic Marugata rounded form, the traditional Japanese ramen spoon shape designed for maximum broth capacity in every scoop. In the Box Set of 4 Japanese Spoons Length 7.1"...
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The Ochazuke Bowl, Japanese rice bowl specifically proportioned for ochazuke. Wide enough to stir freely, deep enough to hold broth, the perfect vessel for this comforting Japanese dish. Proportioned specifically for ochazuke, wide and deep for mixing and broth Classic...
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Moku Ramen spoons are a set of four wide-bowl ceramic spoons with a natural wood-grain Moku glaze finish. The broad shape is perfect for scooping ramen broth and noodles together. Quantity Set of 4 Material Ceramic Origin Japan Wide bowl...
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Tarako Ochazuke Mix, Japanese instant ochazuke topping with seasoned cod roe, nori, and sesame. Pour hot green tea over leftover rice for a fast, savoury Japanese comfort meal. Flavour Tarako (cod roe) Origin Japan Use Ochazuke topping over hot rice...
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Sake Ochazuke Mix, classic Japanese instant ochazuke topping with salmon flakes, nori, and sesame. Pour hot tea or dashi over rice and sprinkle for a comforting dish in seconds. Flavour Salmon (sake) Origin Japan Use Ochazuke topping over hot rice...
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Plum Ochazuke Mix, instant rice topping with umeboshi plum flakes, nori, and sesame. Pour hot green tea over rice for a refreshing, tangy Japanese comfort dish in under a minute. Includes 1 pack of 6 individual sachets How to use...
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The Kaigari Matcha Bowl, Japanese ceramic chawan with a distinctive Kaigari rough-hewn clay texture. Organic, wabi-inspired aesthetic suits tea ceremony and everyday matcha practice equally. Provenance Handmade in Japan 🇯🇵 Bowl Dimensions Ø 4.6" x H 3" (Ø 11.8 x...