This is a Bank of Sumitomo novelty item: a bear named "Banku" earthenware pot. Perfect for yudofu (boiled tofu), nabeyaki udon (noodles in a pot), oden (Japanese hot pot), and cooking rice, the far-infrared effect makes everything fluffy and delicious. It's a warm and cute item that can be placed directly on the table, providing good heat retention. ★ Size: (Body) Outer diameter 18cm x Height 7cm (Lid) Outer diameter 16cm x Height 5.5cm ★ Material: Ceramic ★ Included: Instruction manual Used only a few times for cooking rice. The lid is in like-new condition. Please note that the body shows some discoloration from cooking rice. Please refrain from purchasing if you are overly concerned about this. I am also selling other new Banku-kun tableware, so please take a look if you're interested. Petite Nabe Itcho Pot Cooking utensils Tableware