Hakata magemono Tamaki ｜ Rice bowl 5 go

Hakata Magemono have been used in a variety of situations, from religious ceremonies to the daily lives of ordinary people. The Shibata family has been making Hakata bentwood for generations, preserving their traditions and techniques for over 400 years. This is a 5-go rice cooker made by the 18th generation owner, Shibata Tamaki.

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A size that fits your lifestyle

You can choose from four rice cooker sizes - 1, 2, 3, and 5 go - to suit your lifestyle.
[From left: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th]

The material is cedar, straight grained and knot-free.

Hakata Magemono Tamaki's rice cooker is made of tightly packed, straight-grained cedar. Cedar's moisture-regulating properties allow it to absorb excess moisture and retain just the right amount of moisture, so even when you put cooked rice in it for lunch or dinner, the rice stays fluffy and not sticky. In addition, the unpainted rice cooker is breathable, so the rice does not spoil easily. Cedar is also said to have antibacterial properties.
[The overlapping parts of the wood are bound together using cherry bark]

I want to use it every day

The 5-go size is convenient for transferring cooked rice to the rice cooker and serving it at the table, or for storing leftover rice cooked in the morning and eating it for lunch or dinner. Even when cooled, the rice is still flavorful and delicious. You can also transfer it to a bowl and warm it up to enjoy steamy rice. You cannot wash it with detergent or soak it in water, but it is easy to clean because it has no corners, and you can remove dirt with a soft sponge and dry it well. It may seem like a difficult task to maintain, but once you get used to it, it's surprisingly easy and you'll want to use it every day.
[The unpainted, plain wood allows you to enjoy the flavor of the rice to the fullest. The photo shows a 3-go rice cooker.]

Also great as a gift

With proper care, you can use it for decades. Because the cedar is unvarnished, the material will continue to breathe, and the grain will become more beautiful with use. Not only will it make the rice taste better, but the beautiful shapes and textures unique to Hakata Magemono also make it the perfect gift for those who value the blessings of nature.
*The inside may gradually become blackened over time with extended use.
[Hakata Magemono Tamaki] The Shibata family has been making Hakata Magemono for generations, with a history of over 400 years. In 2007, Mariko Shibata took on the name "Tamaki" and continues to protect the tradition and techniques as the 18th Shibata Tamaki. She continues to be active, winning prizes at the Japan Folk Crafts Exhibition and collaborating with a Kyoto lacquer artist, and with the desire to "spread the charm of Hakata Magemono as widely as possible," she has taken over the demonstrations at the "Hakata Machiya Furusatokan" that her father left in her hands, speaking about its charms to tourists from all over the country.
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Hakata Magemono Tamaki's "Rice Cooker 5 Go"

[Product name] Rice cooker 5 go
[Size (approx.)] Outer dimensions: diameter 18cm x 15.5cm, inner dimensions: diameter 17.5cm x 14cm
Weight (approx.): 348g
[Material] Cedar, cherry (bark at joints)
[Painting] Unpainted (unpainted wood)
[Country of Origin] Japan
[Notes] Traditional crafts of Fukuoka Prefecture, local crafts designated by the Governor of Fukuoka Prefecture

● About use
Dishwasher x, dryer x, microwave x
・Wooden products made from natural materials will absorb oil and soy sauce ingredients, so if you are concerned about stains, we recommend placing an aluminum or resin cup underneath the product (for lunch boxes).
- Avoid storing in direct sunlight or near fire.
- Please be careful when using metal scrubbers as they will cause wear.
-Please refrain from using bleach or baking soda.

● Regarding maintenance
・As you use it for a long time, the inside of the product may darken little by little. This is caused by the reaction between the starch in the rice and the tannins in the cedar, so it is not harmful to food. It is a natural process that occurs in wooden products.
- When washing, remove any dirt and dry thoroughly in the shade to keep it in good condition.
- Using the product before it is completely dry may cause it to darken.