Skillets & Frying Pans
Skillets & Frying Pans
The skillet or frying pan is arguably the most used piece of cookware in any kitchen, and in a Japanese household it handles an especially wide range of tasks, searing, stir-frying, making tamagoyaki, cooking gyoza, grilling fish and producing the thick fluffy pancakes that have become popular worldwide. Getting the right pan for the right job makes a meaningful difference to the results, which is why the selection here covers several styles and materials rather than offering a one-size-fits-all approach.
Cast iron frying pans from Iwachu are among the most sought-after items in this collection. They heat slowly but retain that heat exceptionally well, which makes them ideal for searing and for cooking at the table on a portable burner. Once seasoned, the natural non-stick surface they develop is comparable to synthetic coatings without the durability concerns. They are also oven-safe, making them versatile across cooking methods.
Lightweight stainless steel and aluminium pans are better suited to everyday tasks where quick heat response matters more than retention. These are the pans you reach for when making a quick sauce, softening aromatics or cooking something that needs precise temperature control. The Kyoto Katsugu stainless steel range and the Yoshikawa stainless steel options both offer excellent heat distribution at a domestic price point.
Tamagoyaki pans deserve special mention, their rectangular form is specifically designed to produce the layered Japanese rolled omelette, and nothing else gives the same result. They are available in both cast iron and lighter stainless alternatives depending on preference. IH induction compatibility is noted on relevant models.
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The Nanbu Frying Pan, Japanese cast iron skillet in the Nambu Tekki tradition for everyday high-heat frying and searing. Excellent heat distribution produces restaurant-quality results at home. Artisan Craftsmanship Authentic Handcrafted Nanbu Tekki (Traditional Japanese Ironware) Primary Culinary Use Traditional...
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The Kyoto Katsugu Tamagoyaki Pan is a Japanese rectangular carbon steel pan from the Kyoto Katsugu professional cookware line - designed for making perfectly layered tamagoyaki rolled omelettes with precise heat control. Product Type Heavy-Duty Rectangular Japanese Rolled Omelet (Tamagoyaki)...
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The Oyako Frying Pan, small Japanese pan designed for making oyakodon. Compact size and pour spout allow the egg and chicken mixture to slide directly over rice in a single motion. Artisan Manufacturer Yoshikawa Cookware (Est. 1946) Traditional Vessel Typology...
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The Stir-Fry Pan Kyoto Katsugu, Japanese carbon steel wok-style pan for high-heat stir-frying, sauteing, and tossing ingredients. Carbon steel heats rapidly for authentic wok char. Provenance Handmade in Japan 🇯🇵 Material Special Heat-Treated Iron & Natural Oak Wood Handle Size...
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The Iwachu Frying Pan, versatile Japanese cast iron skillet for everyday frying, sauteing, and searing. Thick base and high sides handle everything from scrambled eggs to stir-fried vegetables. In the Box 1 Japanese Cast Iron Frying Pan & 1 Removable...
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The Iwachu Takoyaki pan is a heavy cast iron griddle with 23 half-sphere cavities for making perfectly round takoyaki octopus balls at home. Includes 1 takoyaki pan / 23 holes Dimensions 28.5 × 22.5 × 3 cm, holes :4.2 ×...
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The Yakiniku Grilling Pan, ridged cast iron grill pan for cooking Japanese barbecue-style meats, vegetables, and seafood on a tabletop burner. Ridges drain fat and create authentic grill marks. Includes 1 cast iron grill plate Dimensions 35 × 30.5 ×...
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The Iwachu Zai Skillet, cast iron Japanese skillet with a two-handled grip for oven-to-table serving. Shallow, wide profile ideal for gratins, gyoza finishing, and small Japanese baked dishes. In the Box 1 Japanese Cast Iron Frying Pan Manufacturer Iwachu (Morioka,...
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The Iwachu Takoyaki Frypan, cast iron takoyaki pan with 16 hemispherical cavities for making authentically round, crispy-outside and molten-inside takoyaki octopus balls on a gas hob. In the Box 1 Japanese Cast Iron Frying Pan Manufacturer Iwachu (Morioka, Japan) Dimensions...
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The Iwachu Taiyaki Frypan, cast iron pan with two fish-shaped cavities for making Japanese taiyaki, the beloved fish-shaped cakes filled with sweet anko red bean paste or custard. In the Box 1 Japanese Cast Iron Frying Pan Manufacturer Iwachu (Morioka,...
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The Iwachu Omelet Frying Pan, Japanese cast iron rectangular pan for making tamagoyaki rolled omelettes. Precise rectangular shape produces perfectly layered Japanese omelettes every time. In the Box 1 Japanese Cast Iron Omelette Pan Manufacturer Iwachu (Morioka, Japan) Dimensions Ø8.7...
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The Copper Frying Pan, premium Japanese copper skillet with superior heat conductivity for precise, responsive cooking. Copper heats and cools instantly, giving chefs unmatched control. Includes 1 copper tamagoyaki pan + wood handle Dimensions L18 × W18 cm (L7 ×...