Craftsmen assemble and finish this product using traditional methods from the well-established straw wood of the Kiso region. The beautiful vertical grain of the wood and the copper tag also give it a dignified beauty.
*The role of an Ohitsu is to store rice cooked in a kamado or other cooking vessel while transferring it and preparing it in a condition suitable for eating.
The role of the hitsu is to store the rice cooked in a kamado, etc., while preparing it for eating. *The rice is cooked in a kamado or other cooking vessel, and then stored in a state suitable for eating.
*This is a lid type hitsu. *This is a lid type hitsu.
*The hitsu absorbs excess water, so you can enjoy a fluffy rice without stickiness.
The rice is not sticky and fluffy. The rice tastes good even when it is cold thanks to the Ohitsu.
*Sawara has long been used for cooking utensils, such as rice bowls (rice stand) and ohiputsu.
It is a well-known wood for kitchen utensils. *Sawara has been used for cooking utensils such as rice stands and hips for a long time.
*After use, wash it in lukewarm water, wipe it dry and hang it in the shade (natural drying). *After use, wipe dry with lukewarm water and dry in the shade (natural drying).