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Perfect for any drinks served on the rocks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch our video on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Xph90lEhgYc\u0026amp;feature=youtu.be\"\u003ehow to use the ice tray\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Xph90lEhgYc\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eCapacity: Makes 3 spheres per tray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: Approx. 3\"W x 9\"L; each sphere is 2.25\"D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29170110922831,"sku":"01-400-0001","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/ice_tray_black_label.jpg?v=1492113731"},{"product_id":"deep-basket-strainer-wood-handle","title":"Deep Basket Strainer Wood Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis stainless steel strainer with wooden handle features double the mesh for jobs that require fine pieces of ice, tea, or herbs to be strained. The deep basket design enables enough room for ice cubes, large herbs, or tea leaves. The wooden handle is not only handsome, but also provides a weightiness that provides stability and feels good in the hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/span\u003e3\"D x 8\"L; basket 3\" deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel with wood handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shinetsu Works","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283203473487,"sku":"01-300-0007","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/wood_strainer.jpg?v=1545502293"},{"product_id":"speedy-peeler","title":"Speedy Peeler","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBack by popular demand!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe found this solid and sharp peeler the last time we were in Niigata, Japan. The slight curve in the blade has two benefits: it wastes less by hugging the vegetable or fruit AND speeds up the peeling process because it covers more surface area than a regular peeler that contacts the vegetable or fruit tangentially. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Speedy Peeler is great for creating citrus garnishes for cocktails because the curve requires less digging and force, which means less pith. The peeler also includes two potato eye removers on either side of the blade and is dishwasher safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 21px;\"\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/span\u003e5\"L x 3\"W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shimomura Kogyou","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283225460815,"sku":"11-100-0008","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/peeler.jpg?v=1492131718"},{"product_id":"spice-toaster","title":"Spice Toaster","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe days of sesame seeds popping everywhere into the crevices of the stove top are over with this spice toaster!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlip the screen up and place spices inside. Close the screen and place over a gas or electric stove top for easy spice toasting that involves no cleanup. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 4.5\"D x 11\"L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel, plastic handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Umami Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":350161985,"sku":"11-100-0009","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/spice_toasterDSC_5491.jpg?v=1778102920"},{"product_id":"mac-professional-series-paring-knife-3-15","title":"MAC Professional Series Paring Knife 3.15\"","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAC is known to make knives that are ergonomic with thin blades, so cuts are effortless and fatigue is the thing of the past. But when taking care of smaller jobs like peeling fruit, chopping garlic, or slicing small fish, you don't need a full-sized blade. That's why we've included the MAC Paring Knife as part of our knife collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis small paring knife is the most common size for peeling and paring. This knife is great for precision or intricate work on a cutting board. The pointed tip can be used for intricate melon or squash carving or simply for removing the stems from strawberries and tomatoes. S\u003c\/span\u003euitable for right-handed or left-handed chefs. Handwash only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut small fish and fruit. 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But its wooden sheath is its major selling point. Safely take one on the go for picnics, camping, and fishing. Of course, you can always just use it at home, too. The pointed tip is great for cutting fruit. These are also ideal for Bonsai layering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003ePlease do not let the wooden sheath and handle get wet or else the paint and wood will eventually break apart.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eDimensions: 7.5\"L (3.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel and Mizukusa wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suncraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7875201665,"sku":"11-200-0003","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/sc_white_point2.jpg?v=1492132348"},{"product_id":"simply-donabe-by-naoko-takei-moore","title":"Simply Donabe by Naoko Takei Moore","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis brilliant book is all in its name: Simply Donabe. Author and veteran donabe expert Naoko Takei Moore has given us the keys to create our own Happy Donabe Life with this gorgeous book of elegant yet easy one-pot dishes for any night of the week. This robust book contains 100 recipes of how to cook with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/collections\/all\/donabe\"\u003edonabe\u003c\/a\u003e, from rice and ramen to vegetables and even desserts! Our favorite dishes include Kanzuri Shakshuka, Asari no Yuzu Kosho Mushi, Ume Iwashi Takikomi Gohan. Let's slow down and enjoy cooking with donabe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaoko Takei Moore\u003c\/strong\u003e is an \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eacclaimed expert in donabe and the owner of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/toirokitchen.com\/\"\u003eTOIRO\u003c\/a\u003e, an celebrated brick-and-mortar shop in West Hollywood. Originally from Tokyo, Japan, she is the author of the popular cookbook Donabe: Classic and Modern Japanese Clay Pot Cooking (Ten Speed Press, 2015) and the children's book A Very Asian Guide to Japanese Food (Gloo Books, November 2024). \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor: Naoko Takei Moore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePages: 256\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardcover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotos: Matt Russell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished by Quadrille\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Random House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32333766794,"sku":"14-100-0064","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/files\/simply_donabe_5a9f3dfd-ddde-421d-bbdb-f576e126b705.jpg?v=1772216093"},{"product_id":"japanify-all-day","title":"Japanify All Day by Yoko Kumano","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroducing\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eUmami Mart's very first publication! \u003cem\u003eJapanify All Day\u003c\/em\u003e is a zine featuring 21 of Yoko's favorite Japanese recipes that can be enjoyed at all hours of the day. Inspired by food memories from her five years living in Tokyo, Yoko wrote these recipes that were originally posted on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/tagged\/Japanify\"\u003eUmami Mart blog\u003c\/a\u003e. 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This knife by MAC is a\u003cspan\u003e double-edged \u003cem\u003eusuba\u003c\/em\u003e (vegetable knife) used for thinly slicing fruits and vegetables\u003c\/span\u003e. Thanks to its thin blade, nakiris will slice right through vegetables and meet your cutting board without the horizontal push and pull that can make vegetables raggedy or smushed. It c\u003cspan\u003ean also be used as a multi-purpose knife for slicing meats and seafood (but not through bone or frozen foods).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut cucumbers, daikon, and cabbage. 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In addition to performing all the duties that a regular donabe provides, the steam grate allows you to steam dumplings, vegetables, and \u003cem\u003emochi\u003c\/em\u003e. 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Made for communal cooking, it's best enjoyed with a group of friends or family. This Black Steamer Donabe can serve about four to five people.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eIgamono Black Steam Donabe is available for Local Pick Up only. If this item is in your cart only the local pick up option will appear (shipping options will not appear). \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 10-3\/4\"D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds 67 fluid ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ceramic with stainless steel tongs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ethe donabe body, a lid, a steam grate, plus stainless steel tongs to lift the steam grater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Iga, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDonabe Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry the bottom of the pot with a cloth before placing on the stove\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon’t soak the entire pot in water to clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry completely after cleaning and store in a cool dark place to avoid mold growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove stains with kitchen-grade bleach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a trivet to avoid scratching your table top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOven + microwave safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used on gas stoves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use on electric or induction cooktops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use for deep frying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Season Your Donabe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis method will seal the microscopic pores of the clay to prevent breakage and avoid stains and odors from seeping into the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill the donabe to about 80% with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 bowl of cooked rice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring to boil on medium low heat and cook the porridge on low heat for 20 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet the porridge cool to room temperature (about 1 hour).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscard the porridge and rinse with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry it with a clean cloth and allow to air dry completely overnight before first use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nagatani Seito Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12381290561615,"sku":"ZW-22, BT-01","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/steam_donabe.jpg?v=1599597096"},{"product_id":"oyster-shucker","title":"Oyster Shucker","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis oyster shucker features a sharp, sturdy stainless steel blade and handy wood grip that ensures the precision and stability needed when shucking oysters, even when your hands are wet. A pointed tip allows you to easily open the oysters on the initial pry. Then the thick durable blade slides into the rest of the oyster to separate the shells. Finally, the sharp side of the blade enables you to release the oyster meat from its shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead about how to shuck oysters here: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/japanify-how-to-shuck-a-raw-oyster\"\u003eJapanify: How to Shuck a Raw Oyster\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 1\u003c\/span\u003e\"D x 7-3\/4\"L (blade length 4\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Wood handle, stainless steel blade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Seitaro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12433817043023,"sku":"11-200-0012","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/oyster_knife.jpg?v=1602884054"},{"product_id":"deep-basket-strainer-stainless-steel","title":"Deep Basket Strainer Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis stainless steel strainer features a double mesh strain, for jobs that require fine pieces of ice, tea, or herbs. A sturdy, long handle allows tea drinkers and bartenders to rely on this strainer day after day. And it's dishwasher safe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 21px;\"\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/span\u003e3-1\/8\"D x 8-3\/8\"L; basket 3\" deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fujiboshi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39283203211343,"sku":"01-300-0006","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/deepbasket_strainer_2019.jpg?v=1640384974"},{"product_id":"suncraft-black-point-paring-knife","title":"Suncraft Black Point Paring Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSure, this stylish lacquered wood paring knife from Suncraft has a razor-sharp, stainless steel blade. But its wooden sheath is its major selling point. Safely take one on the go for picnics, camping, and fishing. Of course, you can always just use it at home, too. The pointed tip is great for cutting fruit. These are also ideal for Bonsai layering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003ePlease do not let the wooden sheath and handle get wet or else the paint and wood will eventually break apart.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 7.5\"L (3.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel and Sakura wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suncraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32779691130959,"sku":"11-200-0002","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/suncraft_black_paring.jpg?v=1608241144"},{"product_id":"suncraft-red-point-paring-knife","title":"Suncraft Red Point Paring Knife","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSure, this stylish lacquered wood paring knife from Suncraft has a razor-sharp, stainless steel blade. But its wooden sheath is its major selling point. Safely take one on the go for picnics, camping, and fishing. Of course, you can always just use it at home, too. The pointed tip is great for cutting fruit. These are also ideal for Bonsai layering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease do not let the wooden sheath and handle get wet or else the paint and wood will eventually break apart.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 7.5\"L (3.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel and Sakura wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Suncraft","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32779860672591,"sku":"11-200-0001","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/suncraft_red_paring.jpg?v=1608241090"},{"product_id":"mac-mighty-slicer-sashimi-knife-10-5","title":"MAC Mighty Slicer Sashimi Knife 10.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you've ever tried to prepare sashimi or sushi, you've probably learned pretty quickly that having the right knife makes a huge difference. Even the freshest fish doesn't make great sashimi if it's sliced poorly – you can easily ruin the texture, the look, and the taste of your most important ingredient with the wrong knife. Traditionally in Japan, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eyanagi\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e knives – very sharp, slender single-beveled blade knives – are used to cut raw fish and soft meats with clean precision. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe're big fans of the Japanese-made \u003c\/span\u003eMAC Yanagi Knife\u003cspan\u003e, which is lightweight, ergonomic, but razor-sharp enough to prepare paper thin slices of hirame, melt-in-your-mouth cuts of toro, or bite-sized pieces of beef tataki with ease. Its long 10\" blade is forged with molybdenum steel, the same material used for making samurai swords. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou don't have to be a sushi chef to use a \u003c\/span\u003eMAC Yanagi Knife\u003cspan\u003e. Use it to expertly prepare beef carpaccio, Nova Scotia lox, or rare steak for pho. And just imagine slicing that holiday ham with one of these bad boys. Lookin' sharp, real sharp!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut sashimi, and even cucumbers. Recommended for chefs and home kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis MAC knife was forged with molybdenum steel, the same material used for swords in Japan in the 14th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know that \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/nybKlzwrMMo\"\u003eEric Ripert\u003c\/a\u003e, Thomas Keller, and sushi chef Kunio use MAC knives, but we didn't know MAC knives could do this! (Don't try this at home.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nsRle5n2lm4\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eDimensions: 15.5\"L (10.5\"L blade)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eMaterial: Molybdenum steel and pakkawood  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MAC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39381641199695,"sku":"11-200-0013","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/mac_slicer.jpg?v=1622072336"},{"product_id":"mac-santoku-knife-6-5","title":"MAC Santoku Knife 6.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003eMAC Santoku Knife\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e is a reliably great everyday chef knife for all entry levels, from occasional home cook to professional chef. In fact, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"http:\/\/www.foodandwine.com\/articles\/japanese-knife-guide-winning-brands?goal=0_052c45086d-26e78fe085-\u0026amp;mc_cid=26e78fe085\u0026amp;mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?hl=en\u0026amp;q=http:\/\/www.foodandwine.com\/articles\/japanese-knife-guide-winning-brands?goal%3D0_052c45086d-26e78fe085-%26mc_cid%3D26e78fe085%26mc_eid%3D%5BUNIQID%5D\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1491435216211000\u0026amp;usg=AFQjCNGzuN8RmwG62f_o-2S-8qSdTW9y9g\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.foodandwine.com\/articles\/japanese-knife-guide-winning-brands?goal=0_052c45086d-26e78fe085-\u0026amp;mc_cid=26e78fe085\u0026amp;mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThomas Keller and Eric Ripert\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eare MAC Knife afficionados! What's all the fuss about? Made in Japan with a 6-1\/2\" inch blade forged from molybdenum steel (the same metal used to make samurai swords back in the day), the MAC Santoku knife is sturdy, well-balanced, and made to handle all means of slicing, dicing, and mincing.This knife will last you a lifetime (with proper handling and regular sharpening, natch), so please, for the love of god, bid adieu to that Ikea knife and say hello to MAC, the knife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur resident knife expert, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/blogs\/main\/ask-sushi-kuni-usuzukuri\"\u003eChef Kuni\u003c\/a\u003e (sushi chef and Kayoko's dad), says that this knife is ideal to cut anything – meat, vegetables, and tofu. He says, \"This is the best knife to use so you don't cut yourself.\" Recommended for home kitchen use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAC knives have a thin blade so cuts are effortless. Instead of using force when cutting, the blade does all the work. The lightweight, ergonomic design of MAC knives also reduce fatigue while slicing and dicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know that \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/youtu.be\/nybKlzwrMMo\"\u003eEric Ripert\u003c\/a\u003e, Thomas Keller, and sushi chef Kunio use MAC knives, but we didn't know MAC knives could do this! 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A spout on each side is convenient for pouring dashi and soups into serving bowls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" pot dimensions: 8.25\"D x 15.5\"L x 3\"H \/ holds 78 fluid ounces (2.3 liters)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless Steel with wood handle\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Honma Seisaku","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39445867397199,"sku":"11-300-0005","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/yukihira_nabe.jpg?v=1651686637"},{"product_id":"pruning-shears","title":"Pruning Shears","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThese pruning shears are hand crafted in Japan out of high-carbon stainless steel. Confidently go to battle with rose thorns and vines, or use them everyday to aid in flower arrangement. We also love that there's a sturdy latch at the base to keep the shears closed and compact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe handles turn a darker color naturally during the manufacturing process. Their considerable weight paired with the blade's sharpness make them perfect for those pesky branches! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eToyama Hamono was established in 1861 in Sanjo, a small town famous for blacksmithing. They started out making \u003cem\u003ekatana \u003c\/em\u003e(swords). Today, they use the same methods used to create their swords to create tools like this hefty pair of gardening shears. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach pair of shears includes a leather embossed protective sleeve for storage, and a box perfect for gifting.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 8\"L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length: 3\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Japanese high-carbon stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Toyama Hamono","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40265954852943,"sku":"14-400-0008","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0212\/1922\/products\/pruning_shears2.jpg?v=1668728354"},{"product_id":"tomato-red-sugar-pot","title":"Tomato Condiment Pot w. 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Rest the wooden shamoji snugly in the notches on the lid's handle while your donabe sits proudly on the stove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDonabe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a traditional Japanese earthenware cooking pot that i\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003et is meant to be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eplaced directly onto a flame to cook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003enabemono\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or one-pot dishes like\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003esukiyaki\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eoden\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eyosenabe. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA well-loved donabe can last for years, and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe best part of cooking in a donabe is the experience. Made for communal cooking, it's best enjoyed with a group of friends or family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur friend Wendy Tsuji, founder of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/umamimart.pro\/products\/luna-koshihikari-organic-rice\"\u003eLuna Koshihikari Organic Rice\u003c\/a\u003e explains her method of cooking rice in her Kamado-san donabe:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRatio: 3 cups rice to 3.5 cups water\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. Wash gently 3x until water is clear\u003cbr\u003e2. Drain rice in colander, and put into kamado, add the 3.5 cups water. Optional: let stand in water for 20 minutes.\u003cbr\u003e3. 12 minutes on high until steam comes out.\u003cbr\u003e4. 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