This is a perforated drop lid made from Kiso sawara, perfect for simmered dishes.

The standing tree looks similar to Hinoki(Japanese Cypress), but as a wood it is softer, easier to handle, lighter, and more water-resistant than Hinoki.

Sawara gently absorbs moisture and has a more subdued scent compared to hinoki.
Its mild character makes it well suited for use with food, and it has long been favored for items like rice tubs and wooden rice containers.

A drop lid made from sawara helps retain heat and distributes it evenly over the ingredients, thanks to its gentle weight and natural properties.

Available in six sizes, ranging from 14cm to 24cm in diameter (approx. 5.51″ to 9.45″).
Please check the size of your pot and choose the one that fits best.

Take a look at how this perforated drop lid is used during cooking.

Here, koya-dofu (freeze-dried tofu) is rehydrated in hot water,
gently rinsed, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
The tofu is then added to a pot of simmering broth made from dashi, soy sauce, mirin, and sake.

Cover with the drop lid and simmer over medium-low heat for about 7 minutes.
Add green beans toward the end, and once they are cooked through, it’s ready to serve.

The lid also helps prevent simmering liquid from evaporating too quickly,
and keeps ingredients from bouncing around and falling apart during cooking.

For best results, choose a drop lid that is slightly smaller than the diameter of your pot.
In this example, we paired an 18cm (7.09″) perforated drop lid with a 21cm (8.27″) Yukihira pot.
＊A 20cm (7.87″) lid will just barely fit, but since the wood can expand with moisture,
there is a risk it may become difficult to remove. For this reason, we chose a slightly smaller size.

We also offer a version of this drop lid without holes on a separate page:
Drop Lid (811113).
Feel free to take a look if that suits your needs better.

To prevent odors from strong-smelling ingredients like fish from clinging to the surface,
we recommend moistening the entire lid with water before use.

Please be sure to check the size and choose the one that suits your needs.

Please note:
This item ships from Japan.
As the buyer, you are responsible for any import duties, customs fees, or local taxes that may be charged in your country.
These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
Please check with your local customs authority if you are unsure about any potential charges before placing your order.