Hello from Eri at Miyake Ceramics!
Toki City in Gifu, where Miyake Ceramics is based, is home to a very unique roadside station called Donburi Kaikan — or “The Donburi Bowl Hall.”
As the name suggests, the roof is shaped like an upside-down donburi bowl, making it an eye-catching landmark you can spot from afar!
This facility celebrates Mino ware culture, with local pottery displays, a shop, and even a hands-on pottery experience(¥2,500, reservation recommended).
Imagine making your own donburi bowl — and using it at home. Now that’s a special souvenir! ✨
Another fun feature?
They sell soft-serve ice cream served in charming donburi-style bowls — and yes, you get to take the bowl home after eating. 🍦
If you’re visiting Toki, it’s definitely worth including Donburi Kaikan in your itinerary as part of your “Mino ware experience.”
Now, speaking of donburi…
For lunch today, I had a seafood rice bowl topped with three kinds of fish, all marinated in wasabi shio-koji (a savory fermented rice seasoning). 🐟
Just look at that glossy finish — so fresh and flavorful!
In Japan, donburi (rice bowls) are a beloved part of our food culture.
From gyudon (beef bowl) and katsudon (pork cutlet bowl), to oyakodon (chicken & egg) and tendon (tempura bowl) — the variety is endless.
But if I had to choose? Kaisendon — seafood donburi — is my absolute favorite. 💕
At Miyake Ceramics, we offer a wide selection of donburi bowls in different sizes and styles — from simple, rustic designs to elegant contemporary forms.
Choosing the right bowl for each dish adds joy to the dining experience.
And when you serve your meal in a beautifully crafted Mino ware donburi, it turns an ordinary lunch into something a little more special. 🍚✨
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