This Iga earthenware, made with air-rich clay and coated with a "black glaze" rich in iron, retains heat well, ensuring even cooking. It can cook fluffy, glossy white rice and mixed rice dishes. It is also known as a versatile pot for cooking, with excellent heat resistance, even suitable for grilling steaks. It has been used after being sealed. - Has crazing. - The lid has three chips. ※ About Crazing and Cracks Earthenware pots expand and contract when heated, causing cracks to form on the glazed inner surface and the bottom of the pot. However, please don't be alarmed! The cracks on the glazed surface are called crazing, which occurs due to the difference in shrinkage rates between the clay body and the glaze. Also, cracks on the bottom of the pot are a common phenomenon in Iga earthenware, and the pot becomes easier to cook with as these cracks develop, allowing the pot to "mature." In fact, these crazing and cracks help to disperse the expansion of the pot and prevent it from cracking completely. The presence of crazing and cracks is very important. Selling Price: 16,500 yen Color: Black Glaze Size: 8 sun (for 2-3 people, diameter: approx. 26cm, height: approx. 16.5cm, capacity: 1,400ml) Please purchase with the understanding that this is a used item stored at home. Thank you for viewing.