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Japanese Donabe | Ginpo Hanamishima Banko Hot Pot, 6-10 Sizes

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  • Earthenware
  • Hand-wash only
  • Made in Japan

Build everyday Japanese comfort food on the table — this Ginpo Hanamishima donabe brings shabu-shabu, oden, sukiyaki, and one-pot rice straight to the dinner you'll actually eat. The hand-painted Hanamishima 三島 (three-island floral) pattern is one of Banko ware's most-loved traditional designs, made by Ginpo Pottery in Mie Prefecture since 1932.

Workshop & tradition

Banko ware from Mie Prefecture is the only Japanese earthenware tradition specifically known for direct-flame donabe. The clay body absorbs heat slowly and releases it evenly, which is why a Banko donabe makes nabemono taste rounder than a metal pot — you simmer rather than boil, and the broth holds depth instead of going thin. Ginpo Pottery has been making donabe in this tradition since 1932; the Hanamishima pattern is one of their signature hand-painted decorations.

Use cases

  • Shabu-shabu, oden, sukiyaki, kimchi nabe, mizutaki — any one-pot Japanese dish
  • One-pot rice (kamado-style donabe rice has a famous reputation)
  • Slow simmers, short braises, oven-to-table family meals
  • Long-lifespan wedding / housewarming / Mother's Day gift for someone who cooks

FAQ

Is this induction (IH) compatible? No — Banko-ware donabe is for direct gas flame or open flame. Induction-compatible donabe use a different clay body and are sold as separate models.

Microwave / oven / dishwasher? Hand-wash only; no dishwasher. Oven-safe at moderate temperatures (donabe is a baking vessel in some recipes); avoid sudden temperature changes. Microwave-safe is not stated by the maker — for safety, treat it as direct-flame cookware only.

Which size is right? 6-go (0.9 L) for one-person ramen-style nabe; 7-go (1.5 L) for couples; 8-go (2.2 L) for 3–4 people; 9-go (3.2 L) for 4–5; 10-go (4.0 L) for 5–6 / large family.

Does it really last decades? Yes — with proper care (no sudden temperature changes, no dishwasher, fully dry between uses), a Banko donabe develops a patina and lasts a generation.

Details & dimensions

6-go: ~21 cm body diameter (8.3"), 0.9 L capacity (30 fl oz), 1 person.
7-go: ~24 cm (9.4"), 1.5 L (51 fl oz), 1–2 people.
8-go: ~27 cm (10.6"), 2.2 L (74 fl oz), 3–4 people.
9-go: ~30 cm (11.8"), 3.2 L (108 fl oz), 4–5 people.
10-go: ~33 cm (13.0"), 4.0 L (135 fl oz), 5–6 people.
Diameters are approximate per standard Banko-ware size convention; capacities per ZenKiln variant spec; supplier-confirmed sizes 6-go / 7-go / 8-go; 9-go / 10-go are user-confirmed via the live Etsy variant lineup.

Shipping, duties & delivery

Ships from Japan.
Orders are usually processed within 1–3 business days after payment is confirmed.
Estimated delivery times vary by destination and may be affected by customs clearance, holidays, or carrier delays.
Buyers are responsible for customs duties, VAT, and import taxes that may apply in the destination country.

Packaging & gifting

Includes an individual Thomson box.
Carefully packed for gifting and safe delivery from Japan.
Fragile items are additionally packed with protective wrapping and cushioning materials for international delivery.

Care instructions

Hand wash only with mild soap and warm water — never use the dishwasher.
Dry completely before storing as the clay is porous.
Avoid sudden temperature changes (no cold pot onto hot burner; no hot pot into cold sink).
With proper care, a donabe lasts decades and develops a beautiful patina.

Returns / damage support

Because many of our items are handmade, fragile, and shipped internationally from Japan, we do not accept returns or exchanges for change of mind, incorrect size expectations, or personal preference unless otherwise stated on the product page.
If your item arrives damaged, defective, or significantly different from the description, please contact us within 7 days of delivery with clear photos of the item and packaging.
Cancellations are accepted within 12 hours of purchase.

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