Suribachi Mortar Bowl (すり鉢)

Size: L 19.5cm x H 4.5cm This is a traditional Japanese suribachi, a ceramic mortar bowl used for grinding and mixing ingredients. The interior has a textured, ridged surface (kushi-me) that helps grind sesame seeds, spices, or roots, typically with a wooden pestle called a surikogi. The glaze is cream-colored with a crackle finish, accented by a dark rim that enhances its rustic character. Functional yet elegant, suribachi bowls like this are valued in Japanese kitchens both for their utility and aesthetic qualities, often also appreciated as tableware for serving.