These graters have an earthy organic feel that is so beautiful and timeless. This comes from a technique called Kohiki, where a white slip is layered on the dark clay before firing. This gives the finished glaze a layered color of white, grey, and a pinkish hue called Gohonte.
Substantial in weight, these can easily be gripped while grating. And, the handle can be used to hang them when not in use. The small has a lip/spout on one end.
Please note: Japanese pottery sometimes has a technique called "crazing," which intentionally adds hairline cracks to the shiny top coat of the glaze. Crazing is not a defect. These have a slight amount of crazing.