{"title":"Japanese Kitchenware","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese kitchenware vs Western cookware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese kitchenware is often designed around specific stages of preparation rather than general versatility. Cookware such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/mushi-nabe-donabe-steamer-black-glaze\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003edonabe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/kamadosan-double-lid-clay-rice-cooker\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eclay rice pots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are made to manage heat, steam, and moisture in a controlled way, while wooden vessels like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/hangiri-cypress-wood-copper-sushi-rice-bowl\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehangiri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/hangiri-cypress-wood-copper-sushi-rice-bowl\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/japanese-ohitsu-sushi-rice-bowl-with-lid\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eohitsu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e support washing, seasoning, and holding rice without damaging its texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis approach is most notable in traditional earthenware made by makers such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/pots-nagatani\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNagatani-en\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose clay pots are designed to distribute heat gently and retain steam during cooking. Wooden rice vessels, often made from Japanese cypress, are shaped to absorb excess moisture while keeping rice at a stable temperature after cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWestern cookware tends to prioritise multipurpose use, with heavier pots and pans designed to handle a wide range of techniques such as boiling, frying, roasting, and baking. Japanese kitchenware is typically more specialised, with each piece intended to support a defined task, whether that’s cooking rice evenly, steaming ingredients, or holding food in optimal condition before serving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Japanese kitchenware is used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese kitchenware is typically used in a defined sequence rather than as all-purpose equipment. Clay pots and donabe are used to cook rice or steam ingredients gently, allowing heat and moisture to build gradually. Once cooked, rice is often transferred to a hangiri to cool and season evenly, before being held in an ohitsu to maintain temperature and texture until serving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis approach helps rice cool evenly, prevents it from becoming compacted, and keeps texture and flavour intact until serving. Each vessel is used for a specific stage of preparation, rather than trying to do everything in one pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-3a761b42-7fff-19cc-51e9-19e0bda7064c\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bamboo-wasabi-grater-brush","title":"Bamboo Wasabi Grater Brush","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese bamboo brushes are the perfect tool for removing the wasabi from the grater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46554622918937,"sku":"WSB.BRUSH.01","price":3.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/bamboo-wasabi-brush.webp?v=1765467498"},{"product_id":"miso-muddler","title":"Miso Muddler","description":"\u003cp\u003eUse the Miso Muddler to select the right amount of miso straight from the pack, just put the whisk into the miso, turn it around and stir directly into pan to easily dissolve.  With a different size whisk on each end, it allows you to use the same amount each time – the smaller end will gather 1 tablespoon of miso and the larger end 2 tablespoons. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whisk is also a great size to use for making dressings, sauces or beating eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46555422228761,"sku":"WSB.MUDDLER.01","price":13.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/miso-muddler.jpg?v=1743507401"},{"product_id":"wasabi-stainless-steel-grater-medium","title":"Wasabi Stainless Steel Grater - Medium","description":"\u003cp\u003eStainless steel wasabi grater from Japan, specifically designed to \nhelp you create finely textured wasabi  (10cm x 18cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreaking wasabi down at the cellular level is vital to bring together compounds that are held in different parts of the cell. The enzyme reaction that results is responsibile for both flavour and pungency, this will peak after 5-7 mins, hold for 15 mins then slowly reduce. For this reason wasabi is served at the table and grated little and often. A wasabi grater brush will help you mix the wasabi and gather all of the valuable paste from the grater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torimatsu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46556525560089,"sku":"WSB.GRATER.12","price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/wasabi-grater-medium.webp?v=1751278409"},{"product_id":"wasabi-stainless-steel-grater-large","title":"Wasabi Stainless Steel Grater - Large","description":"\u003cp\u003eStainless steel wasabi grater from Japan, specifically designed to \nhelp you create finely textured wasabi  (25 cm x 13cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreaking wasabi down at the cellular level is vital to bring together compounds that are held in different parts of the cell. The enzyme reaction that results is responsibile for both flavour and pungency, this will peak after 5-7 mins, hold for 15 mins then slowly reduce. For this reason wasabi is served at the table and grated little and often. A wasabi grater brush will help you mix the wasabi and gather all of the valuable paste from the grater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grater is also an excellent tool for pasting garlic and \nginger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Torimatsu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46556547055897,"sku":"WSB.GRATER.10","price":33.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/wasabi-grater-large.webp?v=1751278445"},{"product_id":"wasabi-stainless-steel-grater-small","title":"Wasabi Stainless Steel Grater - Small","description":"\u003cp\u003eStainless steel wasabi grater from Japan, specifically designed to \nhelp you create finely textured wasabi  (12cm x 7.5cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreaking wasabi down at the cellular level is vital to bring together compounds that are held in different parts of the cell. The enzyme reaction that results is responsibile for both flavour and pungency, this will peak after 5-7 mins, hold for 15 mins then slowly reduce. For this reason wasabi is served at the table and grated little and often. A wasabi grater brush will help you mix the wasabi and gather all of the valuable paste from the grater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torimatsu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46556567109913,"sku":"WSB.GRATER.13","price":10.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/wasabi-grater-small.webp?v=1765467498"},{"product_id":"bamboo-maki-rolling-mat","title":"Bamboo Maki Rolling Mat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=unicode\"\u003e \u003clink href=\"c:\\tmp\\style_combined.css\" type=\"text\/css\" rel=\"stylesheet\" id=\"DefaultCSSFileLinkElement\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bamboo rolling mat is the essential accessory for your home \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/sushi-ingredients-kits-and-equipment\"\u003esushi kit\u003c\/a\u003e, the flat staves make this mat ideal for rolling larger sushi shapes, as well as the more traditional sized maki. The rolled back gives a firm grip to ensure rolls are tight and secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple to use, clean and store and large enough to take a full-size sheet of Nori – the mat measures 24cm x 24cm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46557909844249,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.04","price":2.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/bamboo-sushi-rolling-mat.jpg?v=1743507251"},{"product_id":"premium-bbq-skewer-30cm","title":"Premium BBQ Skewer - 30cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eProfessional Japanese skewers made from high quality stainless steel. Ideally suited for our tabletop barbecues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e30cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":46557928587545,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.09","price":2.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Set of 6","offer_id":46557928554777,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.12","price":13.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Set of 12","offer_id":46557928522009,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.13","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/6-bbq-skewer.jpg?v=1743507249"},{"product_id":"vegetable-fruit-cutter","title":"Vegetable \u0026 Fruit Cutter","description":"\u003cp\u003eRazor thin vegetables like daikon and cucumber are widely used in Japan, this simple but highly effective machine makes easy work of an otherwise very time-consuming preparation process. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for almost all vegetables including: Cucumber, radish, daikon, carrot, beetroot, turnip, celery and courgette. Excellent results will also be achieved with hard fruits likes apples and pears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth rotary cutting and shredding are supported with a thickness of approximately 0.5mm. Maximum width of 180mm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558055039257,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.20","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/veg-cutter.jpg?v=1743507234"},{"product_id":"suribachi-motoshige-pestle-mortar-white","title":"Suribachi Motoshige, Pestle \u0026 Mortar - White","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pestle (Surikogi) and mortar (Suribachi) is an essential piece of kit for every student and master of Japanese cuisine. The grooved interior of the mortar provides the ideal grinding surface for sesame seeds, peppercorns, nuts and spices. The attractive nature of the earthenware mortar means pastes and sauces can be created in the bowl and taken directly to table. The magnolia wood pestle is durable and smooth with a design that makes it very comfortable to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA silicon base prevents the mortar slipping while in use. Clean with warm water and a small amount of detergent, avoid rubbing with a metal scourer. Do not soak pestle for long periods in water. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall: Mortar 120 x 110 x 65mm with 18cm pestle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium: Mortar 155 x 145 x 85mm with 24cm pestle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge: Mortar 185 x 180 x 100mm with 30cm pestle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/suribachi-motoshige-pestle-mortar-black?variant=46559122653465\" title=\"Link to black Japanese pestle and mortar\"\u003eblack\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"UNK","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":51749325570329,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.338","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46558080336153,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.23","price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46558080368921,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.25","price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/pestle-mortar-white-small.jpg?v=1743507232"},{"product_id":"cedarwood-sheets-for-cooking-120-x-670mm-20-pieces","title":"Cedarwood Sheets 120x60mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eUse these cedarwood sheets as a unique way to flavour your food with the aromatic, smoky aromas of cedarwood. Sheets are moistened with water (or sake, beer or whiskey for more complex flavours), fish or white meat is then marinated (miso works well) and wrapped in the sheets before grilling or barbecuing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOils and tannins from the wood release the distinctive cedar aroma which works especially well with mackerel, red mullet, sea bass, courgettes and aubergines. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheets can also be placed on the barbecue, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/konro-grills-and-binchotan\"\u003eKonro grill\u003c\/a\u003e, with foil below the sheets and food on top. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSheet size: 120 x 60mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity in pack: 20 pieces\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558105239833,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.26","price":18.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/cedarwood-cooking-sheets.jpg?v=1743507229"},{"product_id":"maki-mat-professional-250-x-165mm","title":"Maki Mat - Professional 250 x 165mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eA premium quality maki mat for professional users. Made from extremely durable, food grade polypropylene that reduces quantity of rice that sticks to the mat. Nylon yarns, in place of cotton, will withstand the dishwasher and can be bleached if required.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColour - beige\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558156292377,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.19","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/maki-mat-beige.jpg?v=1743507226"},{"product_id":"hangiri-cypress-wood-copper-sushi-rice-bowl","title":"Hangiri, Cypress Wood \u0026 Copper Sushi Rice Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003eA traditional wooden sushi rice bowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to preparing good quality sushi, perfecting the sushi rice is the most important step to master. A traditional Hangiri wooden bowl, also called Handai or Sushi Oke, plays a vital part in the final steps of cooling the rice and adding seasonings. These cypress Hangiri represent the very best way to keep your rice at the perfect tender texture for extended periods. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKiso Sawara Cypress wood has been the preferred material for holding sushi rice for centuries, owing to its highly hygroscopic properties - in other words, it will readily absorb and retain excess moisture. This regulation of moisture content holds the sticky texture of your rice longer than any other material. Covered with a clean, damp cloth, this Hangiri can keep rice in perfect condition at room temperature for 12 hours. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA flat base and shallow sides allow for rapid cooling, as well as the easy mixing of cooked rice, vinegar, salt and sugar. Hangiri are bound in the traditional way with copper rings. Built to last, attractive to work with and made from the very best material for storing rice, Hangiri are a must-have for any kitchen where sushi is prepared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in two sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30cm diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e36cm diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare instructions for the bowls can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/Hangiri-and-Ohitsu-care-instructions.pdf?v=1695902685\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How to care for your Hangiri Rice Bowl, guide by The Wasabi Company\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cu style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"30cm diameter","offer_id":46558668521753,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.27","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"36cm diameter","offer_id":46558668554521,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.28","price":130.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/hangiri-36cm.jpg?v=1743507206"},{"product_id":"japanese-ohitsu-sushi-rice-bowl-with-lid","title":"Ohitsu, Cypress Wood Sushi Rice Bowl with Lid","description":"\u003cp\u003eA long-time favourite of rice connoisseurs and sushi masters, the Ohitsu sushi rice bowl is the perfect way to keep just-cooked rice warm and perfectly textured for a long period. Whereas the wide Hangiri bowl is the perfect vessel for mixing freshly cooked rice with seasonings, the Ohitsu wooden rice bucket is where seasoned rice is stored before being shaped.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to preparing good quality sushi, perfecting the sushi rice is the most important step to master. In traditional sushi restaurants, you may see the warm rice being stored in a wooden lidded container - this Ohitsu is an essential step to maintaining delicious rice in optimum condition before being shaped by the chef.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe secret of cypress wood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKiso Sawara Cypress wood has been the preferred material for holding sushi rice for centuries, owing to its highly hygroscopic properties - in other words, the wood absorbs extra water. This regulation of moisture content holds the sticky texture of your rice longer than any other material. Cypress wood will also heighten the aroma, flavour and sweetness of the rice. Covered with a clean, damp cloth, this beautiful wooden rice bucket can keep rice in perfect condition at room temperature for 12 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCypress wood is waterproof, and the high resin content means it is naturally antibacterial. Bound with traditional copper, this is a striking addition to any kitchen and a game-changing way of keeping rice delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in two sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e24cm x 15.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30cm x 19cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare instructions for the bowls can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/Hangiri-and-Ohitsu-care-instructions.pdf?v=1695902685\" title=\"How to care for your Ohitsu Rice bowl, guide by The Wasabi Company\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eHERE\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"24cm x 15.5cm","offer_id":46558688411929,"sku":"WSB.RICE.08","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30cm x 19cm","offer_id":46558688444697,"sku":"WSB.RICE.09","price":330.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/ohitsu-rice-bowl-s.jpg?v=1743507204"},{"product_id":"teppo-gushi-bamboo-skewers-15cm-250-units","title":"Teppo Gushi, Bamboo Skewers (15cm)  - 250 units","description":"\u003cp\u003eNatural bamboo skewers called Teppo Gushi (gun shaped) have flat handles for easy turning. Ideal for use on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/konro-grills-and-binchotan\"\u003eKonro\u003c\/a\u003e and Shichirin grills, they can also be used for canapés or holding sandwiches and burger buns in place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 1 pack - 250 skewers\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UNK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46558703911193,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.14","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/babmboo-skewer_952128ca-f8b8-41cc-96b2-1d505d80aaff.jpg?v=1758033543"},{"product_id":"tofu-press-hinkoi-cypress-wood","title":"Tofu Press, Hinkoi Cypress Wood","description":"\u003cp\u003eMake your own delicious tofu authentically with this tofu press made of Hinoki cypress wood to firm and shape your tofu. The story of tofu is said to have begun 2000 years ago when a Chinese a cook curdled soy milk by accidentally adding nigari seaweed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked with protein tofu has long been part of vegetarian and vegan diets. Amazingly versatile, it can be eaten just as it is, dressed with soy, dashi, tosazu or baked, fried, deep fried or grilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16.5cm long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12.5cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8.5cm deep (9.5cm with legs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownloads:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/catalog\/assets\/2021\/pdf\/tofu-press-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eTofu Press Manual\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/catalog\/assets\/2021\/pdf\/How-to-Make-Tofu.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow To Prepare Tofu Guide\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46559072878873,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.33","price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/tofu-press.jpg?v=1743507181"},{"product_id":"suribachi-motoshige-pestle-mortar-black","title":"Suribachi Motoshige, Pestle \u0026 Mortar - Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=unicode\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e \u003clink id=\"DefaultCSSFileLinkElement\" rel=\"stylesheet\" type=\"text\/css\" href=\"c:\\tmp\\style_combined.css\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pestle (Surikogi) and mortar (Suribachi) is an essential piece of kit for every student and master of Japanese cuisine. The grooved interior of the mortar provides the ideal grinding surface for sesame seeds, peppercorns, nuts and spices. The attractive nature of the earthenware mortar means pastes and sauces can be created in the bowl and taken directly to table. The magnolia wood pestle is durable and smooth with a design that makes it very comfortable to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA silicon base prevents the mortar slipping while in use. Clean with warm water and a small amount of detergent, avoid rubbing with a metal scourer. Do not soak pestle for long periods in water. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall: Mortar 120 x 110 x 65mm with 18cm pestle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium: Mortar 155 x 145 x 85mm with 24cm pestle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge: Mortar 185 x 180 x 100mm with 30cm pestle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAlso available in \u003ca title=\"Link to white Japanese pestle and mortar\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/suribachi-motoshige-pestle-mortar-white\"\u003ewhite\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"UNK","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":51749312987417,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.337","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":46559122653465,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.22","price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":46559122686233,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.24","price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/products\/pestle-mortar-black-small.jpg?v=1743507178"},{"product_id":"large-white-spoon-17-5cm","title":"Spoon - White Gloss","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautifully textured white spoons or 'Chirirenge' in Japanese, perfect for ramen, udon or soup.  Chirirenge refers to the shape of the spoon and means 'a petal of the lotus flower that has fallen off'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade of 'Minoyaki' porcelain and hand finished in Gifu prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in two lengths: 15cm \u0026amp; 17.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Small 15cm","offer_id":49635895574809,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.213","price":7.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large 17.5cm","offer_id":49635895607577,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.79","price":9.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/large-spoon-white-gloss.webp?v=1743507013"},{"product_id":"wasabi-stainless-steel-grater-extra-small","title":"Wasabi Stainless Steel Grater - Extra Small","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmall but perfectly formed, this mini wasabi grater is the nifty tool you need in your kitchen.  It is palm-sized for ease when you're grating fresh wasabi and also handy for grating garlic and ginger into pastes.  Stainless steel wasabi grater from Japan, specifically designed to \nhelp you create finely textured wasabi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreaking wasabi down at the cellular level is vital to bring together \ncompounds that are held in different parts of the cell. The enzyme reaction that \nresults is responsible for both flavour and pungency, this \nwill peak after 5-7 mins, hold for 15 mins then slowly reduce. \nFor this reason wasabi is served at the table and grated little and often. \nA \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/kitchenware-japanese\/wasabi-brush\"\u003ewasabi grater\u003c\/a\u003e brush will help you mix the wasabi and gather all of the \nvaluable paste from the grater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Torimatsu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46560941408537,"sku":"WSB.GRATER.14","price":7.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/wasabi-grater-extra-small.webp?v=1751278393"},{"product_id":"tofu-making-kit","title":"Tofu Making Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe story of tofu is said to have begun 2000 years ago when a Chinese cook curdled soy milk by accidentally adding nigari seaweed. Bring the genuine tofu experience to your kitchen with this kit that includes a Hinoki cypress press to firm and shape your tofu. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePacked with protein tofu has long been part of vegetarian and vegan diets. Amazingly versatile, it can be eaten just as it is, dressed with soy, dashi, tosazu or baked, fried, deep fried or grilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll kits are supplied with minimum three-month shelf life, dated from 25th December.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTofu Press, Hinkoi Cypress Wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBanrai Soy Milk for Tofu - 1L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNigari sachets (coagulant for Tofu making) - 5ml x 8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuslin Cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWondering how easy it is to use the kit? Watch our step-by-step video:\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe class=\"note-video-clip\" height=\"360\" width=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/O3Oqi7YlLtM\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also download instructions in pdf format \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/How-To-Make-Tofu-2025.pdf?v=1763653275\" title=\"Instructions on how to make tofu\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/how_to_make_tofu_guide.pdf?v=1745596277\" title=\"Instructions on how to make tofu\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Wasabi Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46630138904857,"sku":"WSB.BUNDLE.49","price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/tofu-making-kit_a1db8e22-2ff3-4769-8d2c-66359c31e2a1.jpg?v=1743506897"},{"product_id":"japanese-tamagoyaki-omelette-pan-16cm","title":"Tamagoyaki Omelette Pan - 16cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe perfect pan for cooking Tamagoyaki, a type of Japanese omelette, popular for breakfast, put in a bento box for lunch or used as a filling in sushi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's made by rolling together several layers of fried beaten eggs and is best prepared in a rectangular omelette pan called a makiyakinabe or tamagoyaki. The word \"tamago\" means egg in Japanese, and the word \"yaki\" means to be cooked over direct heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese omelettes became popular in Japan from the 1950s as people wanted more protein in their diet and have become a favourite amongst children and adults alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 16 x 10 x 2.9 cm (including handle 31cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note\u003c\/strong\u003e: these pots will need to be seasoned before their first use, see the How To Use section above for the step by step instructions or \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Guide on how to use the Tamagoyaki Japanese omelette pan\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/Tamagoyaki_Omelette_Pan_Instructions_edit.pdf?v=1756978666\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edownload our PDF guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Steel with a non stick coating and a wooden handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for gas and induction hobs. 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This precisely engineered replacement restores your grill to its original efficiency, helping you achieve the perfect yakitori, robata grilling, or Japanese-style barbecue every time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Konro NL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50596029169945,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.296","price":17.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/replacement-chamber-24cm-aluminium-konro-bbq.webp?v=1743506230"},{"product_id":"replacement-charcoal-chamber-for-36cm-aluminium-konro","title":"Replacement Charcoal Chamber for 36cm Aluminium Konro","description":"\u003cp\u003eKeep your Aluminium Konro Grill performing at its best with this high-quality replacement charcoal chamber, specifically designed to fit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/black-aluminium-konro-grill-36cm\" title=\"36cm aluminium konro grill, shop now\"\u003eKonro NL’s 36cm aluminium model\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, intense heat and frequent use can wear down your charcoal chamber, affecting airflow and heat distribution. This precisely engineered replacement restores your grill to its original efficiency, helping you achieve the perfect yakitori, robata grilling, or Japanese-style barbecue every time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Konro NL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50596029202713,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.294","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/replacement-chamber-36cm-aluminium-konro-bbq.webp?v=1743506229"},{"product_id":"spare-grill-for-36cm-aluminium-konro","title":"Spare Grill for 36cm Aluminium Konro","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnsure your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/collections\/konro-grills-and-binchotan\"\u003ekonro\u003c\/a\u003e stays in top condition with this high-quality spare grill grate, specifically designed to fit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/black-aluminium-konro-grill-36cm\" title=\"black aluminium Konro grill Japanese bbq, shop now\"\u003eKonro NL's 36cm aluminium model\u003c\/a\u003e. 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The firing process creates distinctive colour variations and natural beauty marks, making your donabe unique and brings authentic Japanese craftsmanship to your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe pot comes in two sizes:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge size: 1800 ml - ideal for family gatherings and entertaining, serves 5-6 people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall size: 1000 ml - perfect for intimate meals and daily cooking, serves 2-3 people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese pots will need to be seasoned before their first use, see the How To Use section above for the step by step instructions or download our PDF guide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/nagantani-care-instructions.pdf?v=1756394869\" title=\"Read the care guide before using your Nagatani pot for the first time\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur range of Nagatani-en pots are designed to be used on gas and are not suitable for electric or induction hobs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis pot can be used in an oven up to 250 ℃\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis pot can be used dry on the hob as a roasting pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nagatani","offers":[{"title":"Large","offer_id":51224339218713,"sku":"WSB.NAGATANI.19","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small","offer_id":51224339251481,"sku":"WSB.NAGATANI.20","price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/nagatani-19-miso-soup-pot-large-2.webp?v=1756395421"},{"product_id":"ceramic-steamer-plate-kamadosan-rice-cooker-nagatani","title":"Ceramic Steamer Plates for Kamadosan Rice Cooker","description":"\u003cp\u003eTransform your Kamadosan rice cooker into a versatile steamer by replacing the inner lid for a ceramic steaming plate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17cm – designed to fit the 2 cup (1200ml) Kamadosan rice cooker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19cm - designed to fit the 3 cup (1500ml) Kamadosan rice cooker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply add water to the base and arrange your ingredients on the rack above before covering with the top lid, or steam vegetables and other favourites while simmering stews and broths beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: The steamer plates can get very hot, to remove them safely from the top of the rice cooker, we recommend using the specially designed tongs - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/tongs-for-donabe-steamer-plate\" title=\"Link to the tong website page for lifting the ceramic steamer plates\"\u003eyou can find them here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nagatani","offers":[{"title":"17cm","offer_id":51227082227993,"sku":"WSB.NAGATANI.17","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"19cm","offer_id":51227082260761,"sku":"WSB.NAGATANI.18","price":26.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/nagatani-17-ceramic-steamer-plate-17cm.webp?v=1756451019"},{"product_id":"kai-shun-combination-whetstone-with-reservoir-3000-6000-grit","title":"3000\/6000 Grit Combination Whetstone With Reservoir","description":"\u003cp\u003eGive your Japanese knives that razor sharp cutting edge with this fine grit \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKai Sun combination whetstone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high-quality dual-sided stone features a 3000-grit surface for refining and a 6000-grit surface for polishing, allowing you to achieve the razor-sharp, finished edge essential for precision cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whetstone comes with a built-in water reservoir, ensuring consistent lubrication throughout sharpening for smooth, effective results. 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Whether you're replacing a well-used grate or simply need a spare for seamless grilling, this durable, perfectly sized replacement ensures even heat distribution and superior cooking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Konro NL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52224970129689,"sku":"WSB.ACCESSORY.381","price":5.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/7763\/2793\/files\/spare-grill-aluminium-konro-15cm.webp?v=1776069902"},{"product_id":"spare-grill-for-24cm-aluminium-konro","title":"Spare Grill for 24cm Aluminium Konro","description":"\u003cp\u003eEnsure your konro stays in top condition with this high-quality spare grill grate, specifically designed to fit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thewasabicompany.co.uk\/products\/black-aluminium-konro-grill-24cm\" title=\"Link to the webpage for the 24cm Aluminium Konro Grill by The Wasabi Company\"\u003eKonro NL's 24cm aluminium model\u003c\/a\u003e. 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