2-Cup Rice Cooker - Jet Black
PETARI Mie clay rice cooker (Japan), 2 cups, dimensions 20.5 × 20.5 × 12 cm, Jet Black color. The clay heats up slowly to preserve the natural sweetness of the rice, and the pot is served directly at the table.
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The rice cooker makes rice the centerpiece of the table.
We wanted to make cooking rice more enjoyable and comforting. That’s why we designed a clay ceramic rice cooker that you’ll love to use every day.
Its soft and nuanced tones and naturally warm texture embody the essence of clay ceramic.
The rice cooker enhances and maximizes the flavor of rice.
The subtle sweetness of rice is revealed when amylase breaks down starch into sugar. This enzymatic reaction is most active at temperatures between 40 and 60 °C. Unlike metal or electric rice cookers, clay cookers have lower thermal conductivity, allowing them to pass through this critical temperature range slowly, resulting in sweeter and deliciously cooked rice.
Simplicity means no more hassle
The unique low-absorption glaze eliminates the need to season the cooker before first use. Water level marks for 1 and 2 cups of white rice make measuring water unnecessary. Simply cook over medium heat and turn off the heat when bubbles appear at the edge of the lid—no stress over heat control. The seal is achieved through precise 0.1 mm adjustments and artisan craftsmanship, making an inner lid unnecessary.
Designed to fit modern lifestyles
Its round, compact shape fits perfectly into modern life. Once cooking is done, it can also serve as a container for the rice. PETARI’s moderate moisture absorption helps preserve the rice’s flavor. Any leftover rice can be stored in the refrigerator or reheated directly in the microwave in the cooker.
About our glaze
Our artisans hand-apply our original glazes to each cooker.
As a result, slight color irregularities may appear due to differences in glaze thickness. This does not affect use.
Enjoy the warmth of handmade cookers.• ✅ Gas stove (direct flame / 直火)
• ✅ Conventional oven
• ✅ Microwave oven
• ✅ Radiant electric cooktop (radiant cooktop / ラジエントヒーター)
However:
• ❌ Induction cooktops (IH): not compatible. PETARI does not list them as accepted heat sources, and the lack of a ferromagnetic base makes the pot unusable on induction.About ceramic products
- Compliant with the Japanese Food Sanitation Act
- No lead or cadmium used in raw materials.
- Made in an ISO9001 certified factory.
- Actual color may differ from what is displayed on screen due to variations in screen color reproduction.
- Since pottery is made from natural materials such as clay and minerals, slight variations in color and texture may occur between pieces.
- As this product is ceramic, differences may exist between pieces due to manufacturing and firing processes. Diameter may vary by about 5 mm from the stated size. Please take this into account.Usage precautions
| Rice cooking capacity | 1 go ≈ 2 go | 1 go ≈ 2 go | 1 go ≈ 1.5 go | ≈ 0.5 go |
| Water amount | 200 ml / go | 230 ml / go | 300 ml / go | 450 ml / 0.5 cup |
| Soaking time | 30 minutes to 2 hours | 30 minutes to 2 hours | 5 hours | 30 minutes |
| Cooking time | Medium heat 10 minutes |
Medium heat 10 minutes + low heat 3 minutes |
Medium heat 10 minutes + low heat about 20 minutes | Medium heat 10 minutes + low heat 10 minutes |
| Resting time | 20 minutes | 20 minutes | 10 minutes | 0 minutes |
Features
- Dimensions
- 20.5 × 20.5 × 12 cm
- Weight
- 1800 g
- Capacity
- 1.3 L
- Material
- Ceramics
- Capacity
- 2 cups
- Origin
- Mie, Japan
- Manufacturing
- Handcrafted
Usage & Entretien
- Open flame
- Oven
- Microwave oven
*Radiant cooktop
*Radiant cooktops generally have low to medium power, so they are not recommended for cooking rice.
No sealing treatment is necessary before first use.
High heat can cause burning, so please cook over low to medium heat.
Do not use this product in the dishwasher, as it may promote mold growth.
It can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer. If frozen, allow the cooker and ingredients to return to room temperature before heating.
Born in Yokkaichi, the donabe capital
PETARI shapes its donabe in Yokkaichi, in Mie Prefecture, the birthplace of banko ceramics. The clay absorbs heat and then slowly releases it: the vegetables caramelize gently, the rice cooks grain by grain, and the umami is revealed. And since the dish is shaped like a plate, it goes from the fire to the table without transferring.
PETARI EXPERTISE
What makes this donabe unique
The clay that tames fire
Ceramic absorbs heat and releases it slowly, without sudden changes. This is the secret to the gentle cooking of the donabe.
Grill, then stew
You add the ingredients, cover it, and the steam does the rest. Just two steps are enough to bring out the natural flavor of the ingredients.
Designed for vegetables
Gentle heat releases the sugar and umami from seasonal vegetables.
The shape of a plate
The dish is low enough to go directly from the fire to the table, where everyone serves themselves.
Rice too
The dedicated cooker prepares two cups of rice in the Japanese style, using clay.
Yokkaichi, Mie
The region has been producing donabe for generations. PETARI continues this tradition with a contemporary design and two mineral tones.