This is a rice pot from Maruwa Kiln, Koishiwara-yaki. It's perfect for cooking 3 to 5 go (Japanese rice measure) of rice. The tall shape allows the rice to circulate easily inside the pot while cooking, resulting in fluffy and delicious rice. While it's ideally shaped for cooking rice, the material is the same as cooking earthenware, so you can also use it for other dishes like soups and stews. The matte black and white glaze with a rhythmic tobi-kanna (flying plane) pattern is fun and a warm, handmade piece.