• round natural wooden food steamer two handled round lid beside paulownia gift box pale tone with kanji printing surrounding japanese kitchenware in grey background
  • disassembled japanese steamer set with round wood body large pale wood gift box divider insert wide round lid paper pamphlet with kanji writing all on dark gray surface
  • round natural wooden food steamer two handled lid atop body sitting on gray surface with japanese kitchenware in background
  • round natural wooden food steamer tilted showing interior wood divider bamboo mat around japanese kitchenware in grey background
  • round natural wooden food steamer two handled round lid leaning against body surrounding japanese kitchenware in grey background
  • round natural wooden food steamer two handled lid atop body sitting on interior ledge of hammered aluminum two handled pot in grey background
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Yamacoh

Daidokoro Seiro Steamer Basket Set by Yamacoh

Daidokoro Seiro Steamer Basket Set by Yamacoh

$124.00 USD
$124.00 USD
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In Japanese cuisine, mushimono refers to steamed dishes, such as chawanmushi, a savory egg custard. A seiro is the traditional steamer used to prepare mushimono. Often made from hinoki or bamboo, the typical cooking method uses small bowls or cups, which are placed in the steamer to cook. This steamer can accommodate 4 smaller cups. 

Daidokoro, which translates to kitchen, is a series from Yamacoh that offers a wonderful presentation and stellar design for classically Japanese kitchen items. 

This steamer set comes in an attractive paulownia box (perfect for a gift) and includes the steamer, steamer lid, bamboo base, a wooden divider and a pamphlet with an overview of the product. This steamer fits perfectly in the Dantsuki Seiro Pot. A useful accessory when steaming is a steamer cloth, which works well for rice and much more. This particular lid, that simply sits on top of the container, is the western style lid from Kyoto, it’s known as nosebitsu. 

To use, simply place the basket over simmering water and steam. The Dantsuki Pot works very with this method because the inner ledge holds the seiro in place. 

A wappa seiro (magewappa) utilizes a traditional steam-bending woodcraft technique, which began generations ago in Odate, Akita Prefecture, and creates a truly unique and beautiful piece. The main body of the vessel is formed from a single sheet of wood and wrapped into a cylinder. Additional pieces are added, depending on the use.  

Yamacoh, founded in 1972, is based in Natsugawa, Gifu Prefecture, specializes in natural wooden products. Their Youbi brand can be described as ‘functional beauty.’ Youbi’s wood products are primarily made from Japanese cypress, hinoki and sawara. These skilled craftsmen produce refined products that are delicately lined, with smooth beautiful surfaces.

Details

  • Brand: Yamacoh
  • Size: Main body: about 200x120mm tall / With lid: about 208x130mm tall / Box: 268x268x180mm
  • Weight: Steamer: 464g (17oz) Box and steamer: 1630g (58oz)
  • Material: Steamer: white pine, bamboo / Box: paulownia wood
  • Made in Japan

Precautions

  • Before using for the first time, it’s recommended to steam the empty basket for 5-10 minutes to prepare for use. 
  • Before each use, briefly immerse in water. This prevents the wood from burning, warping or cracking.  
  • Wood is not dishwasher safe. Excessive detergent and soap may damage the wood products and natural oils as well.
  • Avoid storing when wet or damp. Avoid storing in damp, humid or excessively hot areas. And avoid direct sunlight.
  • This is a handmade product, so there may be slight variations in appearance, which may include small scratches that occur in the manufacturing process. 
  • Photos shown are one example. The specific item you receive may differ slightly in appearance. 
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