ANAORI kakugama is multi functional cooking tools designed to highten the essence of each ingredient and preserve their nutrients by using the natural power of carbon graphite with minimal stress on the ingredient.
With ANAORI kakugama, returning to the origins of cooking, proposing a new standard that combines Japanese wisdom and spirit, cutting-edge technology and material called carbon graphite, and the combination style of past and present.
Design
The cubic shape allows heat to accumulate in all four edges, providing ideal heat retention made possible by carbon graphite.
No handles are needed for excellent design.The slits on the sides make it easy to open and close the outer lid and to move the grill pan.
Design
Classic shape meets cutting-edge technology.
The inside of the kakugama revives the imo-gata (rounded bottom) shape characteristic of the traditinal Japanese hagama pot.
This shape ensures uniform heat distribution through continuous convection. This design cannot be achieved through mass production methods such as castiron, aluminum or steel.
"Kichomen＂chamfering of intricate craftsmanship on every detail. The chamfered edges are a direct evocation of Japanese tea ceremony architecture. The complex curves are flection of the Japanese pursuit of aesthetics and advanced processing expertise.
Design
An outer lid that can also serve as a grill pan. The inside of the outer lid has grooves that allow it to be used as a grill pan.
The grill pan allows you to enjoy grilling dishes with carbon graphite. The flat ribs produce beautiful and delicate grill marks, while oil drops into the grooves.
Design
The inner lid is made of Japanese cypress, which is a material that is resistant to water.
It absorbs steam and drippings during cooking and controls the amount of water and temperature as well as regulate humidity. It plays a role in preventing deterioration of taste and rotting caused by water droplets.
The unique structure minimizes warping. The beauty of the inner lid, with its aligned grain, is evidence of the woodworker's craftsmanship.
The flavor of Japanese countryside defined by Japanese cypress. Japanese cypress, which is widely used in traditional arts and crafts, is a signature of Japanese terroir. It infuses each meal with an exquisite aroma.
A coating designed with health and environment in mind.
The three layers of ceramic coating that cover the inside and outside surfaces of the kakugama are all composed of naturally occurring materials after firing, and do not emit toxic gases even at high temperatures.
Thanks to its high non-stick properties, food does not burn and stick to the inner surface.
This ceramic coating is carefully hand-applied one by one by craftsmen.
In order to maximize the potential of carbon graphite, kakugama is made after more than 40 processes, after being luxuriously carved from materials that have been fired at 3,000 degrees for over 100 days.
About 20 hours are needed to produce a kakugama. Not a single process is left to chance.
Since carbon graphite are very hard, diamonds are used for cutting tools, and each piece is carefully hand-finished by craftsmen for the ultimate feel.
ANAORI kakugama is designed to enhance all major cooking techniques: steam, simmer, poach, grill and fry with this one cooking tool, to make the most of each ingredient’s potential.
炊 Steam
煮 Simmer
蒸 Poach
焼 Grill
揚 Fry
Chefs agree on the perfection achieved by ANAORI kakugama when cooking rice: even heat distribution ensures that while the whole is gently cooked, each grain of rice stands. The result is reminiscent of traditional Japanese pots designed for expertly cooking rice.
The key to simmered dishes is their broth.
Traditionally, each ingredient needs its own mise en place to produce the perfect broth. Because ANAORI kakugama respects the features of each ingredient, their individual flavors are elevated while blending into a perfect broth, all without prior mise en place. The savoriness achieved is the essence of umami proper to Japanese cuisine.
ANAORI kakugama maintains the integrity of each ingredient, while stabilizing its natural moisture. Poached dishes can be cooked almost without adding water. This opens new perspectives for healthy cooking relying on the savor of each ingredient, without compromising on taste.
Whether you grill fish, meat or vegetables, the outer lid of ANAORI kakugama enhances the core of each ingredient while giving the surface a precise sear.
This is made possible by the far infrared emitted by carbon graphite, which reduces the temperature difference between the core and the surface. As a result, conventional protein denaturation and cell breakdown are minimized.
Frying gently may sound like a contradiction. With ANAORI kakugama’s rapid heat transfer, the ingredient is cooked to the core while the batter remains light and crisp.
Laurent Petit | Clos des Sens, FranceA superior result in savor.
We find the original taste of the ingredient. That is most essential.
Alexandre Couillon | La Marine, FranceI was pleasantly surprised by
the hinoki lid, which gives off exceptional scents.
Victor Liong | Lee Ho Fook, AustraliaThe precision and dependability of its design, with consistent
convection heating and responsive conductivity, create the right
amount of steam pressure and heat distribution to help produce
amazing results.
Philippe Mouchel | Philippe, AustraliaHelps reduce cooking times significantly. People can use it
to cook their meals in a shorter period of time - including
dishes that are typically cooked for a few hours.
Massimo Pasquarelli | SingaporeThe more you try this cooking tool,
the more possibilities open up.
André Chiang | RAW, TaiwanI found it to be really practical when
using minimal cooking temperature.
We can cook according to each ingredient itself and its own intensity.
Virgilio Martinez | Central Restaurante, PeruI am extremely excited about
the culinary potential of the kakugama because of its high functionality and superior heat retention.
Toru Okuda | Ginza Kojyu, JapanWhatever the cooking technique,
heat gently penetrates
the ingredient without inflicting
stress on it. This is the best up to
now for cooking rice.
It can be used with most of IH cooking heaters and direct heating sources such as gas fires, ovens.
Since the carbon body conducts electricity, you can use the IH cooking heater without embedding a metal plate.
Because it is not combined with different materials, it is one of the reasons for its high thermal conductivity.
> Soup: 5.1ℓ size is about 24 cups and 3.4ℓ size is about 15 cups. (standard soup bowl 150 ml)
> Rice: 3.4ℓ size → 5 rice cups (900ml)／5.1ℓ size → 7 rice cups (1260ml)
※Japanese Rice Measuring Cup (1 Gou Cup) = 180ml = 150g
>3.4ℓ is recommended for 4 people, while 5.1ℓ can serve about 6 to 8 people.
Carbon materials are inherently strong but fragile.
The carbon used in rackets and airplanes is a "reinforced plastic" made by hardening fibrous carbon (CF) with resin, so it is lightweight and strong.
Carbon graphite is a pure carbon body that has been fired, so it may crack or break if dropped or hit.
Please handle kakugama with the same care as ceramics and porcelain.
If it is in stock, it will be shipped within 2 weeks. In case of out of stock, it may be shipped out the order in about 2 months. (precise delivery time will be notified separately)
Shipping and taxes will be borne by customers.For overseas orders, duties and import taxes will be collected by local customs when shipments arrive in the country. Please confirm the local customs for the tax rate of items that fall under HS code 6912.00. (reference link)
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