Nanbu Ironware Iron Kettle Flat Round Tortoise Shell (Inner Surface Kiln-Baked) for Direct Heat Use

南部鉄器　鉄瓶　平丸亀甲（内面釜焼）直火用

Capacity: 1.2 quarts

Size: 6.3x 7.1x 7.5 in

Material/Composition: Cast iron

Open flame only

Not safe for electric stove, microwave oven, dishwasher, or dryer.

Made in Japan

> Nanbu Iron Kettle : Nanbu Tekki (ironware), a traditional handicraft made in Morioka City and Oshu City in Iwate Prefecture

It originated from "Chanoyu" (tea ceremony) that was popular among lords during the Edo period.

> Boiling water in an iron kettle mellows the taste

It has long been said that "water boiled in an iron kettle tastes delicious.

This is because the minerals contained in the water adhere to the inside of the kettle and are removed. Boiling in an iron kettle removes the smell of chalky water, water is transformed into mild-tasting water with richer iron content.