A top-down view of a dark brown ceramic bowl with a radial ribbed pattern inside, containing a natural wood pestle with light-colored end caps, set against a plain light gray background.
A brown ceramic bowl with a matching wooden pestle featuring a natural wood handle, set against a plain light gray background.
Close-up of a brown ceramic bowl with a glossy finish, featuring a ribbed interior pattern and a small spout, set against a plain light background.
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A brown ceramic mortar and pestle set with a wooden pestle resting inside, containing a small pile of black peppercorns on a light gray stone surface.
Two natural wood speargun shafts with white-finished tips and a thin cord, displayed on a light gray background.
A glossy brown ceramic bowl shown upside down on a light gray background, displaying its unglazed tan clay base with a stamped '9' and maker's mark.

Japanese Ceramic Mortar & Pestle Set

$146.00

Matsunoya

DETAILS

A kitchen tool designed for effortless grinding. This larger size offers more room than our other Mortar, making it ideal for preparing more ingredients. The Mortar interior grips food firmly, helping release the aroma of sesame, spices, nuts, and herbs. Paired with the Japanese Prickly Ash pestle, it allows smooth grinding without scratching the glazed surface.

Perfect for more than traditional sesame grinding and Japanese dressings, it can also be used for pesto, herb vinaigrettes, crushed spices, or homemade baby food. A versatile kitchen essential combining traditional craftsmanship with everyday practicality.

Made using the centuries-old Iwami-yaki pottery technique, the bowl is fired above 1300°C for exceptional durability. The ceramic bowl features a unique matte metallic finish, giving it a distinctive, contemporary look.

MATERIALS / DIMENSIONS

-Material: Iwami-yaki stoneware (mortar), Japanese Prickly Ash (pestle)
-Dimensions:
-Mortar: approx. 18 x 9cm
-Pestle: approx. 24cm
-Handmade in Shimane Prefecture, Japan

SHIPPING

We deliver small goods across New Zealand (excluding PO Boxes) at a flat rate of $8. For orders totalling $100 or more, delivery is free.