Motoshige Ceramic Blue Suribachi Mortar 19Cm From Japan

This Vivid Blue Suribachi Mortar From Motoshige Ceramic Co. In Shimane Prefecture, Japan, Is Perfect For Serving Food. But It Has The Same Functionality As Traditional Mortars, So You Can Also Use It For Grinding. The Comb Patterns Inside Are Manually Made By Craftsmen, Providing A Smoother Grinding Experience Than Die-Cut Mortars. Sizes 4 And 5 Are Best For Grinding Sesame, While Sizes 6 And 7 Are Better For Mixing Ingredients. Size 8 Is Recommended For Use With At Least 5 Servings. The Silicon Rubber Base Prevents The Table From Getting Scratched And Provides A Stable And Smooth Grinding Experience, Even With One Hand. Before Using The Mortar For The First Time, Wash The Inside With A Scourer To Remove The White Powder (The Powder Is Totally Safe And Harmless Even If It Is Accidentally Ingested). This Mortar Is Microwave, Dishwasher And Boiling Safe. The Glass Coating Inside Also Prevents Water Absorption And Stains, Except For Deep-Set Ones. When Stains Get Caught In The Comb Patterns, They Can Be Removed With A Scourer. Motoshige Ceramic Co. Is One Of The Leading Manufacturers Of Suribachi Mortars In Japan. All Their Products Are Made In Japan And The Comb Patterns Inside Mortars Are Manually Made By Craftsmen. This Ensures The Best Grinding Experience Possible.