This pour-spout mortar measures 7.1 inches across and combines generous capacity with ease of use. As a versatile, medium-large mortar, it is well-suited for daily cooking prep as well as for mixing dressed dishes at the table. Its calm, deep brown glaze exudes a gentle presence.

The interior ridges are hard and durable. Their chrysanthemum-like pattern is both beautiful and functional, firmly gripping ingredients for efficient grinding. This distinctive ridge design is crafted using traditional techniques that have been carefully preserved over generations. It is ideal for everyday Japanese dishes like spinach with ground sesame and shira-ae (tofu-dressed salad).

Use it with a pestle to make grinding ingredients like nuts go quickly and smoothly, turning preparation into an enjoyable process. The spout allows sauces and dressings to be poured directly from the mortar, ensuring a seamless workflow from preparation to finishing touches. It also works well as a serving vessel, coordinating seamlessly on the dining table.