NakedPan

NakedPan is a product produced by Oigen Foundry. Situated about 500km NNE of Tokyo, Oshu city is said to be a treasury of Japanese folklore. The land is so blessed with nature that macrobiotic chefs and people who admire slow food go there for its food supply. In a setting like that of old Japan, studios of just 50 workers produce traditional hand-made quality products that are used around the world.

The NakedPan is a combination of modern design methods with traditional firing methods. It was patented in Japan in September 2006. In 2007, the NakedPan was exhibited at Biofach Organic Trade Fair in Nuremburg, and again in 2008. The response to the NakedPan by customers has been very positive, with many people commenting on the taste of food after it has been cooked in a NakedPan.

Unlike traditional cast iron pans, the NakedPan is rust proof and naturally non stick. It is suitable for cooking on:

• gas
• electric
• aga
• in the oven
• open fire
• induction stoves and hobs

In addition, the pan is made from recycled cast iron (75%) and is itself recyclable. The more the pan is used, the better it becomes.

If you wish to have a bespoke pan made using the NakedPan methods, please contact Irashai Services Ltd via email quoting "special order". Following a visit to Oigen Foundry in November 2008, Ngaire has requested Oigen to manufacture a chipati pan addition to the NakedPan range.