◇ Handmade Japanese wooden steamer made by craftsmen ◇ A standard cooking tool for steaming. Made of Japanese cypress, it has a pleasant aroma. Purchased on Rakuten Ichiba for 18,900 yen. [Before First Use] 1. First, wet the entire steamer thoroughly with water, then place it on a pot or pan with plenty of boiling water, put the lid on without any food inside, and steam for about 10 minutes. The heat should be strong enough that the flames don't come out from under the pot. 2. Turn off the heat and, once the steamer is cool enough to touch, rinse it quickly with water. Do not use detergent. ※ From the second use onwards, start by wetting the entire steamer thoroughly with water. ■ Total Height: Approximately 17cm Three-sho size (approx. 5.4 liters) → 30cm x height 17cm ■ Materials: Body / Japanese cypress, Lid / Japanese cypress, Steamer basket / Chinese bamboo ■ Bottom Holes: Four-hole type ■ Manufacturer: Tatematsu Kougei ■ Made in Japan