This is a Nitori earthenware pot with a high-rimmed Karacha-sogi (tea-brown shaved) design. It's a shallow pot that's easy to serve from, yet designed to prevent boil-over. Nitori has discontinued production of this earthenware pot. Please order soon. The appeal of earthenware pots is their ability to bring out the natural flavors of ingredients. Compared to metal pots like aluminum or stainless steel, earthenware pots have low thermal conductivity, meaning the temperature rises slowly. Especially, amylase, an enzyme that brings out the sweetness of rice, is sensitive to heat, so an earthenware pot, where the temperature rises slowly, can cook delicious, sweet rice. Another advantage of earthenware pots is that ingredients are less likely to fall apart during cooking. Because they simmer slowly at low temperatures, root vegetables like daikon radish and carrots are less likely to break down, and dishes like oden and hot pot look appealing. You can also prevent "su" (holes that appear on the surface due to overheating) which often occurs in egg dishes like chawanmushi and pudding, by using an earthenware pot. Furthermore, because of its high heat retention, you can turn off the heat and place it directly on the table, keeping the food warm while you eat. Earthenware pots are useful items that can be used for hot pot dishes and rice cooking, as well as steaming and making sweets. If you want to expand your cooking repertoire, please give it a try. ● For gas stoves ● For 1-2 people (size 6) ● High-rim type that prevents boil-over ● Karacha-sogi design that suits both Japanese and Western styles 【Quality indication (earthenware pot)】 ● Type of materials: Body: Heat-resistant ceramic, Lid: Ceramic 【Other specifications】 ● Oven: Body only usable ● Microwave: Body only usable ● Dishwasher: Not usable 【When using for the first time】 ● Boil rice washing water in the pot for about 10 minutes to fill the fine pores (eyes) on the surface with starch, which prevents water leakage. ● Perform this sealing method when you start using the earthenware pot, and protect it periodically using this method. 【When you are concerned about odors】 ● If you are concerned about food odors... Add plenty of water and a pinch of tea leaves to the earthenware pot and boil for about 10 minutes. The components contained in the tea will absorb and weaken the unpleasant odors. ● If you are concerned about moldy smells... Add plenty of water and 2-3 tablespoons of vinegar to the earthenware pot and boil for about 10 minutes. The sterilizing and deodorizing effects of vinegar will weaken the musty smell. ● Type of materials: Body: Heat-resistant ceramic, Lid: Ceramic ● Dimensions: 22.5 x 19 x 11.5cm