Yamacoh Ohitsu Sawara Wooden Rice Container Edobitsu Japan 30Cm

Our Ohitsu Wooden Container Is A Classic Japanese Kitchen Tool That Has Been Used For Centuries. It Is Designed To Keep Steamed Rice Out Of A Rice Cooker In Perfect Condition, As The Container Absorbs Unwanted Moisture And Keeps The Rice Soft And Non-Sticky. This Ohitsu Is Handcrafted With Traditional Methods Using 'Sawara' Wood, Native To The Kiso Region. This Type Of Wood Is Especially Known For Its Beautiful Masame (Straight-Grain) Pattern And Copper Ornamentation, Which Lend An Elegant And Sophisticated Appearance. Sawara Has Long Been A Popular Material For Traditional Japanese Kitchen Tools, Such As Hangiri (Handai) And Ohitsu, Due To Its High Water Resistance And Durability, And Natural Antibacterial Effects. It Should Be Noted That Resin May Ooze Out On The Surface Of The Container, But This Is Natural And Harmless. To Remove Its Yellow, Sticky And Stain-Like Appearance, Simply Wipe It Off With Vinegar Or Ethanol Liquid (Sterilizing Alcohol). After Use, It Is Important To Thoroughly Wash And Drain The Container Before Drying It In A Well-Ventilated Place Out Of Direct Sunlight. Failing To Do So May Cause The Wood To Shrink, Resulting In Cracks And Loosening Of The Copper Ornamentation. Dishwashers Are Not Compatible With The Ohitsu. Yamacoh Co., Ltd., Founded In 1972 In Nakatsugawa, Gifu, Is A Leading Manufacturer Of Traditional Japanese Kitchen Tools. The Company Was Established In The Post Town Between Edo (Tokyo) And Kyoto During The Edo Period (1603–1868). If You Are Looking For A Classic And Beautiful Japanese Wooden Container For Your Kitchen, Our Ohitsu Is An Excellent Choice. With Its High Water Resistance And Natural Antibacterial Effects, You Can Rest Assured That Your Steamed Rice Will Stay In Perfect Condition For A Long Time.