Ceramic Motoshige Suribachi Mortar
Ceramic Motoshige Suribachi Mortar
Make quick work of seeds and spices with this modern update of the traditional Japanese mortar. Designed in an effort to bring age-old handicrafts to contemporary kitchens and beautiful enough to double as a serving vessel, this suribachi features a silicone base to prevent slipping while in use. Pestle not included.
Take a peek at how these pieces are made in this short video.
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Suribachi and Surikogi
A suribachi is a sturdy Japanese mortar with an unglazed interior featuring numerous small grooves designed to mash and bruise seeds, herbs and spices more efficiently. These ridges - called kushi no me - help bring out subtle aromatic compounds when worked with a wooden pestle, or surikogi.
Shimane, Japan
- Small: 4.25" D x 2.5" H
- Medium: 5.25" D x 3.5" H
- Body: Ceramic
- Base: Silicone
Hand wash with mild soap and a soft brush. Dry both mortar and pestle thoroughly before storing.





