Shinzangama Yamatsu Japanese Seasoning Set - Suribachi and Surikogi

Blending tradition with modern life, this compact suribachi (grinding bowl) and surikogi (wooden pestle) set is designed for everyday enjoyment. Handcrafted by Shinzangama Yamatsu in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture, it reimagines the classic Japanese mortar and pestle for small-scale, creative use.

The bowl features the ridged interior unique to suribachi, ideal for smoothly grinding sesame, herbs, or spices. Paired with the surikogi, it also makes preparing a homemade matcha latte easy and enjoyable: simply grind matcha and sugar together, add a little hot water, and finish with warm milk for a fragrant, frothy drink.

Finished in kurumizome (walnut-dyed glaze) — a soft, natural grey-brown inspired by the bark of walnut trees — the piece carries a warmth that deepens with use.

As the whole piece is handmade in Japan, slight irregularities in size, glaze, colour and texture might occur and reflect the nature of the artisan product.

■  Hand-Made In Japan

■  It comes in a set of one Suribachi (mortar) and one Surikogi (pestle)

■  Suribachi (mortar): Safe for microwave or dishwasher

■ Surikogi (pestle): NOT suitable for  for microwave or dishwasher

■  Material: Pottery (mortar), Japanese cypress (pestle)

■  Dimension (mortar): 10 cm diameter (top), 6.5 cm height

■  Dimension (pestle): 2.5 cm diameter, 12.5 cm long