This is a “Drop Lid with Holes” crafted from Kiso Sawara wood, ideal for making simmered dishes.
While the Sawara tree resembles Hinoki (Japanese cypress), its wood is softer, lighter, and more resistant to moisture—making it perfect for kitchenware.
Sawara wood moderately absorbs moisture and has a milder scent than Hinoki. It’s often used in items like Ohitsu (cooked rice containers) and sushi tubs. The drop lid made from this wood gently holds ingredients in place and distributes heat evenly during cooking.
Available in six sizes, from 14cm (5.51″) to 24cm (9.45″). Choose the one that best suits your pot.
A round plate with a built-in handle for easy use.Handles are firmly embedded by hand to ensure strength.Sawara’s natural insulation keeps the handle cool while cooking.Around 10 small holes allow steam to circulate and help prevent spills.The lid is approximately 1cm thick—sturdy enough to hold ingredients gently in place.The sides taper slightly, offering a snug but gentle fit inside your pot.Minor scratches or marks are part of the handmade charm.Small dents or splinters may be present but are not considered defects.The lid helps circulate liquid evenly across your ingredients.
Watch how it’s used in this cooking video to get inspired.
To prepare simmered koya-tofu, soak it in warm water, press out moisture, and cut into bite-size pieces. Then add it to a broth with soy sauce, mirin, and sake.
Cover with the drop lid and simmer on low-medium heat for about 7 minutes. Add green beans at the end and cook until tender.
The lid reduces evaporation and keeps delicate ingredients intact.
We recommend choosing a lid one size smaller than your pot. For instance, use an 18cm lid with a 21cm (8.27″) pot.
*Although a 20cm lid may just fit, the wood could expand and get stuck—so a slightly smaller size is safer.
This is a “Drop Lid with Holes” crafted from Kiso Sawara wood, ideal for making simmered dishes.
While the Sawara tree resembles Hinoki (Japanese cypress), its wood is softer, lighter, and more resistant to moisture—making it perfect for kitchenware.
Sawara wood moderately absorbs moisture and has a milder scent than Hinoki. It’s often used in items like Ohitsu (cooked rice containers) and sushi tubs. The drop lid made from this wood gently holds ingredients in place and distributes heat evenly during cooking.
Available in six sizes, from 14cm (5.51″) to 24cm (9.45″). Choose the one that best suits your pot.
A round plate with a built-in handle for easy use.Handles are firmly embedded by hand to ensure strength.Sawara’s natural insulation keeps the handle cool while cooking.Around 10 small holes allow steam to circulate and help prevent spills.The lid is approximately 1cm thick—sturdy enough to hold ingredients gently in place.The sides taper slightly, offering a snug but gentle fit inside your pot.Minor scratches or marks are part of the handmade charm.Small dents or splinters may be present but are not considered defects.The lid helps circulate liquid evenly across your ingredients.
Watch how it’s used in this cooking video to get inspired.
To prepare simmered koya-tofu, soak it in warm water, press out moisture, and cut into bite-size pieces. Then add it to a broth with soy sauce, mirin, and sake.
Cover with the drop lid and simmer on low-medium heat for about 7 minutes. Add green beans at the end and cook until tender.
The lid reduces evaporation and keeps delicate ingredients intact.
We recommend choosing a lid one size smaller than your pot. For instance, use an 18cm lid with a 21cm (8.27″) pot.
*Although a 20cm lid may just fit, the wood could expand and get stuck—so a slightly smaller size is safer.
This is a “Drop Lid with Holes” crafted from Kiso Sawara wood, ideal for making simmered dishes.
While the Sawara tree resembles Hinoki (Japanese cypress), its wood is softer, lighter, and more resistant to moisture—making it perfect for kitchenware.
Sawara wood moderately absorbs moisture and has a milder scent than Hinoki. It’s often used in items like Ohitsu (cooked rice containers) and sushi tubs. The drop lid made from this wood gently holds ingredients in place and distributes heat evenly during cooking.
Available in six sizes, from 14cm (5.51″) to 24cm (9.45″). Choose the one that best suits your pot.
A round plate with a built-in handle for easy use.Handles are firmly embedded by hand to ensure strength.Sawara’s natural insulation keeps the handle cool while cooking.Around 10 small holes allow steam to circulate and help prevent spills.The lid is approximately 1cm thick—sturdy enough to hold ingredients gently in place.The sides taper slightly, offering a snug but gentle fit inside your pot.Minor scratches or marks are part of the handmade charm.Small dents or splinters may be present but are not considered defects.The lid helps circulate liquid evenly across your ingredients.
Watch how it’s used in this cooking video to get inspired.
To prepare simmered koya-tofu, soak it in warm water, press out moisture, and cut into bite-size pieces. Then add it to a broth with soy sauce, mirin, and sake.
Cover with the drop lid and simmer on low-medium heat for about 7 minutes. Add green beans at the end and cook until tender.
The lid reduces evaporation and keeps delicate ingredients intact.
We recommend choosing a lid one size smaller than your pot. For instance, use an 18cm lid with a 21cm (8.27″) pot.
*Although a 20cm lid may just fit, the wood could expand and get stuck—so a slightly smaller size is safer.
