Pestles and mortars

The suribachi mortar: A traditional japanese tool

The suribachi is a traditional japanese mortar commonly used in japanese cuisine for grinding and crushing food. Handmade with meticulous craftsmanship, it features an unglazed interior lined with numerous small grooves, making it ideal for grinding seeds, nuts, spices, and other ingredients. This unique design ensures efficient and uniform grinding.

Grooved interior for efficient grinding

The interior of the suribachi mortar is handcrafted with serrated grooves, creating a perfect texture for grinding herbs, sesame seeds, spices (pepper, berries), and even nuts like almonds and walnuts. These grooves facilitate quick grinding while preserving the ingredients' aromas. Additionally, the mortar is glazed, making it easy to clean and preventing odor absorption.

The surikogi pestle: A perfect complement

The surikogi is the traditional pestle that pairs with this mortar. Made from eco-friendly and sustainably sourced wood, it is perfectly designed to work in harmony with the suribachi. The pestle allows for easier crushing of ingredients, ensuring a smooth and homogeneous texture. Its ergonomic design provides a comfortable grip for prolonged use.

Practical and aesthetic: a versatile mortar

Beyond its functional qualities, the suribachi mortar is also a refined decorative object. Some of these kitchen mortars can even double as serving dishes to elegantly present your homemade sauces. Its silicone base ensures non-slip use, providing optimal stability while grinding.

Perfect for grinding a wide range of ingredients

The suribachi is perfect for grinding a variety of ingredients, including sesame seeds, mustard seeds, walnut kernels, hazelnuts, almonds, and spices such as pepper, cumin, or fenugreek. Thanks to its grooved interior, small seeds and berries are easily ground into powder, delivering the ideal texture for your recipes.

A selection of suribachi mortars: tradition meets modernity

We offer a selection of suribachi mortars and their surikogi pestles, all handcrafted. This model, with its modern black ceramic exterior and grooved glazed interior, harmoniously blends tradition with contemporary design. This mortar fits seamlessly into any kitchen, whether traditional or modern.

A unique utensil: the mortar from the iwami region

This exceptional mortar is crafted by MOTOSHIGE, a renowned potter specializing in mortars and graters since 1925. Based in the Iwami region in Shimane Prefecture, western Japan, MOTOSHIGE continues the historic craftsmanship of Iwami-yaki pottery. This rustic pottery is celebrated for its simple elegance and exceptional durability. The Iwami clay used to make this mortar is famous for its strength and longevity.

Maintenance tip for your japanese mortar: The bamboo scraper

To make the most of your suribachi mortar, we also recommend using our fine-toothed bamboo scraper. This accessory allows you to retrieve every small piece of ingredient without waste, optimizing the efficiency of your mortar while preserving the quality of the ground ingredients.