{"product_id":"west-japan-tools-carbon-steel-frying-pan","title":"West Japan Tools carbon steel frying pan","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDeveloped over two years in collaboration with a skilled metalworking factory in Hiroshima Prefecture, this pan represents a philosophy rarely seen in modern cookware: build it once, build it properly, and build it to last a lifetime.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than chasing lightweight convenience, West Japan Tools focused on what matters most—cooking performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the pan is a 3mm-thick iron base, carefully chosen because thinner pans simply cannot deliver the same results. The additional mass stores and distributes heat more evenly, allowing steaks to develop a deep, caramelized crust, vegetables to brown beautifully, and proteins to cook consistently without dramatic temperature loss when food is added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is exceptional heat stability that rewards patience and technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, a pan this thick could easily become cumbersome. To solve this, each pan undergoes additional machining where the sidewalls are carefully reduced on a lathe, removing unnecessary weight while preserving the substantial cooking surface. The result is a pan that feels reassuringly solid yet remains comfortable enough for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe one-piece iron construction features an integrated handle, allowing the pan to move seamlessly from stovetop to oven without concern for loose rivets or heat-sensitive materials. Designed primarily for searing, roasting, and finishing rather than constant tossing, the handle is shaped to be used comfortably with a towel or kitchen cloth, just as many professional chefs prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike coated cookware that eventually wears out, an iron pan only becomes better with time. Every meal gradually seasons the surface, developing a naturally non-stick finish unique to your cooking style. The more you use it, the more it becomes your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn't cookware designed for a few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's cookware designed for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeveloped over two years by West Japan Tools and a Hiroshima metalworking factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3mm thick iron cooking surface for exceptional heat retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined sidewalls to reduce unnecessary weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated one-piece iron handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOven-safe construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally develops a seasoned cooking surface with use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt to provide generations of reliable performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 5;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eThis product ships from Japan, we cannot control duties or taxes for various countries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e== Shipping cost ==\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eShipping cost is calculated after you add product(s) to the shipping cart and when you checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eWe currently have special volume discount from FedEx and you will be able to choose which shipping option based on price and delivery schedule. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e== Global shipment ==\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eWe ship globally. However this is controlled by Japanese government and FedEx shipping policy.  There are some countries we are prohibited to ship and we are sorry but this is not under our control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e== Signature required ==\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eAny shipment with the value over USD150 will be shipped with “signature required” option with FedEx.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e== Product return ==\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eWe only accept products returns with original packaging that is not open and no damage to the product.  Please  pay shipping on your own back to our Tokyo warehouse. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e== Shipment schedule ==\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003eAll our products are shipped directly from our Tokyo warehouse.  Any orders received before 12pm Monday to Friday (Japan time) will be shipped during the same day.  Any orders received after 12pm Monday to Friday (Japan time) will be shipped on the next business day.  We do not ship on the weekend (Saturday \u0026amp; Sunday) Japan time. We also observe Japanese national holidays and other customary holidays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 115%;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shibata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45386896310295,"sku":null,"price":209.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/4882\/1783\/files\/Ironpan_24cm_260728_Z8_40.jpg?v=1786314690","url":"https:\/\/www.bonsaiboystrading.com\/pt\/products\/west-japan-tools-carbon-steel-frying-pan","provider":"Bonsai Boys Trading","version":"1.0","type":"link"}