Kamoshika Douguten

Kamoshika Douguten is an original brand produced by Yamaguchi Pottery Co., Ltd. The base is Komono in Mie Prefecture, a Banko-ware region. The company was founded on July 16, 1973, and later expanded its manufacturing from planters to Western tableware, Japanese tableware, and heat-resistant ceramics.

The brand's message is about sharing a "fun and steady living culture" and bringing a sense of happiness to the dining table. Instead of only chasing convenience, it pays attention to the time you spend cooking — touch, heat, aroma — and tries to keep that hands-on culture close to everyday life through tools.

A signature item is the "Gohan no Nabe" rice pot. It is designed without a steam vent hole, and the lid seat is shaped to help prevent boil-overs. Sizes are offered for 1, 2, and 3 cups (about three bowls for the 1-cup size). White and black versions are available. After cooking, you can serve it at the table, store leftover rice in the pot, and reheat it in a microwave.

The lineup also shines in "grind and grate" tools. The daikon grater targets a crisp oni-oroshi texture by reducing the effect of friction heat. The ginger grater uses rounded teeth to avoid shredding fibers and keeps flavors clean without metallic smell. A store opened in Komono in July 2017 and the brand also runs its own online shop, so you can choose the right size and material at your pace.

From a Banko-ware hometown in Komono

Kamoshika Douguten comes from Komono, Mie, where Yamaguchi Pottery has its kiln. Founded in 1973, the manufacturer has made items ranging from tableware to heat-resistant ceramics. That background shows up in a lineup that feels rooted in everyday cooking tools, not only decorative pieces.

Rice pot designed for the stovetop rhythm

The "Gohan no Nabe" rice pot is built without a steam vent hole in the lid, aiming to keep steam circulating inside. It comes in 1-, 2-, and 3-cup sizes, with white and black options. Once cooked, the pot can go straight to the table and work as a rice container; leftovers can be reheated in a microwave.

Ceramic graters that keep flavors clean

The daikon grater uses ceramic's low heat conductivity so moisture does not turn watery from friction heat, helping you get a crisp "oni-oroshi" style. The ginger grater uses rounded teeth that do not tear fibers as easily, bringing out aroma while avoiding metallic odors — one of the perks of ceramic.

Materials chosen to match how you use them

Most items are Banko ware, but the brand also works with different ceramic categories — earthenware, heat-resistant ceramics, porcelain, and more. Depending on the product, you will also find wood and textiles. For suribachi, size is explained in go (sun), with practical guides by use and serving size.