Mortar and Pestle

Makoto Koizumi for Kihara

• Introduction

  I am a Mortar and Pestle. Friction and pressure are everywhere. Why not channel it into something tasty?

    

• Curator's Notes 

   

  A mortar and pestle is such an essential tool, and yet I've had trouble finding one that I really like. It needs to have the right balance between rough and smooth, fit nicely in the hand, and be easy to use. This one designed by Makoto Koizumi has all the features I was looking for, plus ones I didn't know I was looking for! A series of fine lines in a flower-like pattern (the traditional kushi-no-me) forms the texture against which the pestle grinds ingredients to a paste. The wooden pestle is comfortable to hold, and has both a rounded and blunt end for grinding vs. crushing. Such a great kitchen tool that you will constantly reach for! Doesn't hurt that it might end up being one of the most handsome objects in your house.

   

  Mortar and Pestle was curated by Angélique Chmielewski 

   

• Designer/Maker 

   

  Maker: Kihara

   

  Designer: Makoto Koizumi

   

• Specifications

   

  Dimensions: 

   

   

  Mortar:

  3.9" (w) x 3.9" (l) x 1.4" (h) or 100mm (w) x 100mm (l) x 350mm (h)

   

  Pestle:

  1.0" (w) x 1.0" (l) x 4.0" (h) or 25mm (w) x 25mm (l) x 101mm (h)

   

  Weight: 

  7.7 oz or 218 g

   

  Materials:

  Porcelain, Wood

   

• Details
  • Made in Japan 
  • Based on a traditional Japanese "suribachi"
  • Inside is unglazed and features the "kushi-no-me" pattern that grinds down ingredients
  • Both ends of the pestle can be used depending on desired consistency of end product
  • Hand wash with soft sponge and mild soap, and wipe to dry
• Return Policy
  Returns or Exchanges may be done within 14 days from purchase date. We kindly ask that all valid returns must be in unused condition with attached tags and packaging. Nalata Nalata will not accept any returned merchandise without prior written communication and valid Return Authorization Number. Upon inspection and approval, Exchange or Store Credit will be provided, No Refunds. All sale items and discounted merchandise are Final Sale and cannot be returned. Read More