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Japanese Donabe Clay Pots

Choose a Japanese clay pot by its capacity, dimensions and compatibility with your stove.

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Closed Ginpo Hana Mishima donabe with gray floral lid and exposed brown clay base

Start with your stove

Use a donabe on induction only when that specific model is marked induction-compatible. Check the heat-source details below before choosing a size.

Compare size, shape and finish

Use capacity and outer dimensions to compare pots. Size numbers alone do not tell you how much a pot holds.

Closed Ginpo Hana Mishima donabe with gray floral lid and exposed brown clay base

Donabe — Ginpo Hana Mishima, Gas

From $74.00 USD

Heat sources: Gas compatible · Not for induction

Sizes & capacity

Dimensions
6-gō: 0.9 L; about 1 serving. Width including handles 21 cm; rim diameter 19 cm; height 11 cm.
7-gō: 1.5 L; about 1–2 servings. Width including handles 24.5 cm; rim diameter 22 cm; height 12.5 cm.
8-gō: 2.2 L; about 2–3 servings. Width including handles 27.5 cm; rim diameter 25 cm; height 14 cm.
9-gō: 3.2 L; about 4–5 servings. Width including handles 31.5 cm; rim diameter 28 cm; height 16 cm.
10-gō: 4 L; about 5–6 servings. Width including handles 34 cm; rim diameter 31 cm; height 17 cm.

Dimensions are approximate. Serving counts depend on the dish and appetite.
Maker: Ginpo Pottery, Mie, Japan.
Material: ceramic; heat-resistant earthenware body and semi-porcelain lid.
Includes: one pot and lid. Bowls and spoons sold separately.
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Japanese donabe clay pot with a pastel floral porcelain lid and black pottery base

Yuzuriha Green Rose Donabe, 9-gō

$288.00 USD

Heat sources: Gas compatible · Not for induction

Body: approximately 28 cm diameter × 10.4 cm high.

Dimensions
Size: 9-gō; serves approximately 3–4 people.
Body: approximately 28 cm diameter × 10.4 cm high.
Lid: approximately 26 cm diameter.
Material: earthenware body; porcelain lid.
Finish: matte-black exterior, glazed black interior; hand-painted green rose lid.
Includes: pot body, lid, paperboard box and Japanese care card.
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Banko ware donabe clay pot with pink floral lid and neutral base

Yuzuriha Daisy Donabe, 8-gō

$258.00 USD

Heat sources: Gas compatible · Not for induction

Approximate diameter: 25.7 cm (10.1 in).

Dimensions
Size: 8-gō.
Approximate diameter: 25.7 cm (10.1 in).
Approximate height with lid: 16.8 cm (6.6 in).
Serving guide: suggested for 3–4 people, depending on portions.
Material: ceramic; Banko ware body and Seto ware lid.
Workshop: Studio Yuzuriha.
Made in Japan.
Includes: pot and lid in a protective box.
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For shared meals

Donabe suit broth-based hot pot, soups and gently simmered dishes. For rice, follow instructions for your particular pot. Place a hot pot on a heat-resistant trivet when serving.

Before the first meal

Follow the instructions supplied with your pot, including any first-use preparation. Avoid sudden temperature changes, let it cool before washing and dry it fully before storing. Each product’s Care section gives the relevant instructions.

Buying a donabe as a gift?

Check the recipient’s stove, cupboard space and usual portions. Included packaging varies by product.