Shio-Tsubo Salt Pot

by Hechimon, Shigaraki ware

Hechimon Shio-Tsubo Salt Pot has a beautiful soft round shape with a light-weight lid for easy removal. Made with Shigaraki's historic coarse clay (similar to Iga clay), the pot naturally absorbs excess moisture from the salt and helps keeping the ideal humidity level inside.

In order for the salt pot to absorb the moisture effectively, the interior is not glazed at all. Outside body has a shaved finish and only lightly coated with glaze made of clay material. This finish allows the pot to "breath"and distribute the moisture evenly all over the pot. For powdery type salt, the pot helps keeping the excess moisture out and preventing salt from crumbling together. For wet type sea salt, this pot can help keeping the salt moist. So, the pot can naturally control the moisture level by breathing it in and out.

The beautiful and handy salt pot is ideal to use both in the kitchen and at a dining table.

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Bring timeless Japanese craftsmanship to your kitchen with the Shigaraki Artisan Salt Pot (S). With its softly rounded design and practical functionality, this versatile salt pot is perfect for everyday use, offering a stylish way to store and access your favorite seasonings.

• Porous Shigaraki Clay  Naturally absorbs moisture to keep salt clump-free and perfectly textured.
• Softly Rounded Design  A graceful shape that adds charm and elegance to any kitchen or dining table.
• User-Friendly Lid  Easy to open and close, making seasoning a seamless part of your cooking experience.
• Versatile Use  Ideal for salts, spices, or even sugar, bringing convenience and beauty to your countertop.
• Handcrafted in Japan  Skillfully made in Shiga Prefecture, renowned for its ceramic traditions.

Inspired by traditional Japanese storage jars, this petite salt pot is crafted from unglazed Shigaraki clay—a material valued for its breathability and natural ability to regulate moisture. For generations, similar vessels have been used in Japanese homes to store grains, tea leaves, and salt. The porous clay helps maintain just the right texture for a variety of salts—keeping fine salt smooth and dry, and moist salt soft and easy to handle.

Each pot is hand-finished by artisans in Shiga, continuing a quiet tradition of tools shaped for everyday use.

Available in charcoal and bone finishes, this pot pairs beautifully with its angular counterpart, the Shigaraki Salt Pot (L). Together, they create a harmonious duo that is both functional and visually appealing.

Artisan quality, modern functionality—season your way with Shigaraki!

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Transform your seasoning experience with the Shigaraki Artisan Salt Pot (L)—a versatile salt cellar that combines timeless craftsmanship with modern functionality. Crafted from porous Shigaraki clay, this pot ensures your salt remains clump-free and perfectly textured, whether you use sea salt, kosher salt, or pink Himalayan salt.

• Porous Shigaraki Clay  Maintains optimal salt texture by absorbing excess moisture.
• Elegant Design  Sleek and minimal, with a clean, angular form that complements any kitchen decor.
• User-Friendly Lid  Easy to lift and replace for quick access during cooking.
• Versatile Use  Ideal for a variety of salts and spices, adding functionality to your countertop.
• Handcrafted in Japan  Made in Shiga Prefecture, a region renowned for its pottery tradition.

Inspired by traditional Japanese storage jars, this salt pot is made from unglazed Shigaraki clay—a material prized for its breathability and moisture-regulating properties. For centuries, vessels like this were used to store grains, tea leaves, and other everyday essentials in Japanese homes. The porous clay naturally absorbs and releases moisture, helping salt stay in its ideal state: smooth and clump-free for dry salts, gently soft for moist varieties like sea salt.

Each piece is carefully shaped and finished by artisans in Shiga, continuing a quiet tradition where form follows function.

Available in charcoal and bone finishes, the larger pot brings both functionality and sophistication to your kitchen. Looking for a different shape to complement your countertop? Check out the Shigaraki Salt Pot (S)—its rounder, petite design pairs beautifully with this one for a charming and practical duo.

Add timeless Japanese craftsmanship to your kitchen with this elegant and practical salt pot!

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Materials

Shigaraki clay. The warm, orange-hued sandy clay from Lake Biwa's bed is known for its durability and characterizes Shigaraki pottery.

Dimensions

S) Width 8 cm × Length 8 cm × Height 8 cm (Capacity: Approximately 190 ml)

L) Width 9.5 cm x Length 9.5 cm x Height 9 cm (Width 3.7 inches x Length 3.7 inches x Height 3.5 inches)

Care information

Crafted by skilled artisans, each Shigaraki Salt Pot is unique, with slight variations in dimensions and color, showcasing its handmade nature. Please handle with care and avoid using in dishwashers, microwaves, or ovens to maintain its quality. Wipe clean with a dry cloth as needed.

KOURAKU KILN 幸楽窯

It has been 400 years since Japanese porcelain production began in Arita, Saga prefecture. There are various types of pottery in Japan, but Arita has led the way for the pottery market as the birthplace of Japanese porcelain. 

The KOURAKU KILN was establisched in the first year of Keio (1865) by the first Tokunaga Kosuke. He built the first kiln in Obo-yama, Arita Town. Since then, they have inherited their work without extinguishing the fire of the kiln for more than 100 years.

In 1958, a new kiln was built in Maruo, Arita, and now, they maintain the entire process from casting to unglazed kilns, paintings, main kilns, and aka-e kilns, consistently producing. The company is also committed to the development of original designs, pursuing further innovation at the same time as inheriting Arita's traditions. Kouraku Kiln aims to produce quality ceramics suitable for today’s lifestyles.