Rikuchou Ogasawara
A passion for iron
Born in Mizusawa, Ogasawara was the son of a cast iron foundry craftsman and worked alongside his father beginning at the age of 16. While inheriting the techniques of Nambu ironware, he became a pioneer in cast iron crafts when he applied his modern designs to traditional production processes. With a career spanning over 60 years, a wide range of household products showcase the depth and range of his raw iron mastery. Ogasawara passed away at the age of 83 in 2012, yet his legacy lives on at his workshop in Iwate, now at the helm of his wife.
Two Spouted Cast Iron Pan
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am a Two Spouted Cast Iron Pan. My love for your cooking is so overwhelming, I need two places to pour my heart out.
$165 USD
Swan Paperweight
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am a Swan Paperweight. I may have started out as an ugly duckling, but I am more than capable of punching my weight. Those other birds only look good on paper.
$45 USD
Pot Stand
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am a Pot Stand. If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen.
$70 USD
Sukiyaki Pan
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am a Sukiyaki Pan. Stewed, and sweet, savoury and braised, these are words I hear most of my days.
$245 USD
Rice Ball Grill Pan
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am a Rice Ball Grill Pan. Onigiri can be made at home and I’m a specialist. Name a rice, I’ve worked with it.
$100 USD
Flat Grill Pan (OUT OF STOCK)
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am a Flat Grill Pan. I do well with the chickens and veggies. I seem to leave quite an impression on them.
$265 USD
Iron Kettle
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am an Iron Kettle. Careful! While I’m hot, don’t touch my pot.
$365 USD
Petite Cast Iron Pan
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am a Petite Cast Iron Pan. Have you seen how perfect I can fry an egg?
$75 USD
Petite Cast Iron Pan with Lid
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am a Lidded Petite Cast Iron Pan. I’m looking to find my perfect match. Not sure what I’m searching for but I’m thinking a single egg.
$165 USD
Wave Cast Iron Bookends
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am Wave Cast Iron Bookends. The world is running out of books like it’s running out of water. It’s time to make some waves for change.
$310 USD
Tsuno Cast Iron Bookends
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am Tsuno, a set of Cast Iron Bookends. Although some people may be fearful of my strong horns, I will only ram into paperbacks.
$250 USD
Fish Pan with Lid
Rikuchou OgasawaraI am a Fish pan with lid. If something smells fishy, you’re probably right, except I’m not up to any shady business. I’m just cooking up a tasty meal!
$360 USD