Grounded in Tradition: Japanese Mortars and Pestles
Bring authentic Japanese technique into your kitchen with our collection of handcrafted mortars and pestles, known as suribachi (mortar) and surikogi (pestle). These timeless tools are essential to Japanese cooking, perfect for grinding sesame seeds, spices, herbs, and pastes with precision and care.
Each suribachi features hand-carved ridged interiors—called kushi-no-me—that enhance friction for efficient grinding, while the pestles are traditionally made from aromatic Japanese wood like sanshō or bamboo to preserve flavor and prevent wear. Artisans from ceramic regions such as Iga, Mino, and Tokoname shape these pieces with both function and aesthetic in mind, combining rustic beauty with culinary excellence.
Ideal for home cooks, tea ceremony practitioners, and those who value traditional tools, these mortars and pestles embody the Japanese spirit of mindful preparation—where every step is part of the flavor journey.
Rediscover the joy of hand-ground ingredients with tools that connect you to centuries of Japanese culinary wisdom.
