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Where to Buy Authentic Japanese Nambu Tetsubin Iron Kettles in Japan

Our tetsubin are available for purchase at the following retailers. Please contact the stores directly for availability. Click on a store name to v...

The world of Japanese cast iron kettles by traditional craftsman Shingo Kikuchi, who carries on the 400-year-old molding technique of Nambu Tetsubin into the modern era.

At OITOMI, we maintain a consistent system from design to production for Nambu ironware, including iron kettles, teapots, iron pots and pans, iron ...

Japanese Cast Iron Kettle Handles: Fixed vs. Movable - Which Is Best for You?

We offer two main types of handles for our iron kettles, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. We classify them in the product des...

If You're Buying a Kettle, Consider Nambu Tekki! -Explaining the Popularity and How to Choose

For those considering purchasing a new kettle, Southern Ironware might be on the radar. The kettle from Southern Ironware is known as "Nambu Tekki,...

Discovering Japanese Cast Iron Kettles - Characteristics and Production Areas of Tetsubin

In Japan, a plethora of diverse tetsubin types can be found. Currently, tetsubin production is not limited to our location in Iwate Prefecture (kno...

Crowdfunding for "Tetsunabe LABO (Japanese Nambu Ironware Cast Iron Pot): The all round iron pot!" has started on Kickstarter

What is the reason behind the exceptional taste of Japanese rice? The iron pot, known as "hagama," has historically been dedicated to the art of r...