{"product_id":"cast-iron-kettle-shigyoku-shape-sakura-komon-1l-by-kunzan-kobo-77","title":"Cast Iron Kettle, Shigyoku Shape, Sakura Komon 1L By Kunzan-kobo 77","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt; background: white; mso-background-themecolor: background1;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eThis cast iron kettle crafted by the Kunzan Kubos (ironworks) of the Nanbu Ironware Cooperative is notable for its stunningly fine motif of sakura cherry blossoms. Combined with the sumptuous texture of its rounded iron, it makes a striking statement whether called upon for its practical use to boil water or simply to be displayed as an eye-catching piece of decorative art. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt; background: white; mso-background-themecolor: background1;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eAbout Nambu Ironware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt; background: white; mso-background-themecolor: background1;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eThe tradition began in the early 17th century, when the domain ruled by the Nambu clan in the region, centered on what is now Morioka City in Iwate Prefecture, invited tea kettle craftsmen from various regions to produce not only kettles, but also other everyday items and even weapons. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt; background: white; mso-background-themecolor: background1;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eThe familiar Nambu iron kettle emerged in the 18th century as a smaller, more convenient adaptation of the tea kettle, and soon became widely used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt; background: white; mso-background-themecolor: background1;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eMeanwhile, iron casting also flourished in the region corresponding to present-day Oshu City in Iwate Prefecture which was at the time under the control of the Date clan, From the Meiji period onwards, the two centres increasingly exchanged techniques. During the late 1950s and early 1960s, cast iron products made in both Morioka and Oshu came to be collectively referred to as “Nambu ironware.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt; background: white; mso-background-themecolor: background1;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapacity 1L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 1.4kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize ;15cm diameter, 12cm height\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt; background: white; mso-background-themecolor: background1;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eCare and Use \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003e\"Breaking in\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eThe \"breaking in\" of a kettle like this is crucial to ensure it will provide a lifetime of appreciation of its beauty as well as practical use. Be sure to follow the maker’s guidance for first use and ongoing care to preserve its character and enjoy it for years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eGetting Started and Usage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eWhen using the kettle for the first time, boil water 2–3 times to season the interior. Once the boiled water no longer appears cloudy, it is safe to drink. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eDo not scrub the interior with a scouring pad or dishcloth. Wipe the exterior with a dry cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eAfter use, dry the interior. Use residual heat or warm it over low heat for about 20–30 seconds. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eDuring the break-in period, please be sure not to leave water inside the kettle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 116%; font-family: 'Cambria',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Cambria; mso-bidi-font-family: Cambria; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eAround the fifth day of use, reddish, rust-like spots will appear inside the kettle, and mineral deposits will begin to form. After that, the mineral deposits will gradually cover the surface, improving the taste of the water; even if the inside appears red, the water will remain clear. Please do not wipe, wash, or scrub these spots off as they are not rust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/740b1h3SUcg?si=GobwXL_FZhAOolV9\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wagumi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55641916768632,"sku":"densan2026","price":480.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1457\/9110\/files\/77.jpg?v=1791214725","url":"https:\/\/wagumi-j.com\/products\/cast-iron-kettle-shigyoku-shape-sakura-komon-1l-by-kunzan-kobo-77","provider":"wagumi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}