Bring authentic Japanese tradition to your kitchen with the Blue Striped Mortar and Hinoki Wood Pestle Set. This suribachi-style mortar is crafted with angled grooves that release rich aroma and flavor from sesame seeds, spices, or even tofu, creating smooth pastes and sauces with ease. The clean white glaze with blue tokusa stripes adds timeless beauty to its everyday practicality.
The matching pestle, made from fragrant hinoki wood, is lightweight yet sturdy, offering a natural antibacterial quality and a comfortable grip. A built-in spout makes it simple to pour freshly ground dressings or sauces straight from the bowl to the table, keeping preparation clean and efficient.
Whether used for traditional Japanese cooking or to elevate modern recipes, this mortar and pestle set blends function and elegance, making it an essential companion for flavorful, homemade meals.
Key Features & Benefits:
Efficient Grinding: Angled grooves release aroma and flavor with ease
Hinoki Wood Pestle: Lightweight, durable, and naturally antibacterial
Mess-Free Pouring: Built-in spout for clean, effortless transfer
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Specifications
Dimension
Mortar: 6.1" W × 6.3" D × 2.9" H (15.5 cm W × 16 cm D × 7.5 cm H)
Pestle: 7.3" L × 1.2" W (18.5 cm L × 3 cm W)
Weight
Mortar: 16.9 oz (480 g)
Pestle: 1.8 oz (50 g)
Material
Mortar: Pottery
Pestle: Natural Wood
Craft Type
Mino Ware
More Details
Mino Ware
Mino ware is a traditional pottery from Gifu Prefecture with a history of more than 1,300 years. Its origins trace back to the Nara period, when early potters began producing simple earthenware. During the Momoyama period (late 16th century), Mino became Japanfs leading center for ceramics, giving rise to distinctive styles such as Shino, Oribe, and Kizeto\each deeply connected to the aesthetics of the Japanese tea ceremony. Today, as Japanfs largest pottery-producing region, Mino continues to evolve with contemporary life, blending timeless craftsmanship with modern design to support the way people eat and live every day.
Mortars and Pestles
Mortars and pestles are indispensable tools in Japanese home cooking. The ceramic suribachi bowl, typically with fine ridges, pairs with the wooden surikogi pestle to make grinding and mashing effortless. Ideal for crushing sesame seeds, mashing tofu or vegetables, and blending sauces, its craftsmanship and rustic beauty make artisan Japanese mortars an elegant serving bowl for table presentation.
Shipping & Return
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Please note that we do not ship to P.O. Boxes or APO/FPO addresses due to FedEx’s policies.
Most items are dispatched from Japan within 1-2 business days after order confirmation, and we offer international shipping to customers worldwide.
You may return any items purchased from JOC Goods within 30 days of delivery. If the products are defective or damaged, we will cover the return shipping costs. For other returns, the cost of return shipping will be the customer's responsibility.