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OIGEN

Nambu ironware cast at a long-running foundry in Oshu.

Designed inIwate, Japan
Made inOshu, Iwate, Japan
Known forPalma Skillet
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01 / Story

Craft, factory and place.

OIGEN has produced Nambu ironware since 1852. Sand moulding, casting, grinding and finishing remain centred at its foundry in Oshu, one of the craft’s historic regions.

  1. 1852

    Nambu ironware begins

    The foundry starts producing cast iron in the Oshu region.

  2. 20th c.

    Cookware expands

    Traditional casting knowledge moves into daily kitchen tools.

  3. Today

    Still cast in Oshu

    Sand moulding, casting and finishing remain centred at the foundry.

02 / Flagships

Start with these.

Three products that define OIGEN.

03 / Origin

What the manufacturing claim covers.

The claim follows the product line, not just the logo.

Covered production
  • Palma Skillet
  • Naked Pan
  • Kettle Tetsubin

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Sources & further reading1 official source
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The Japanese claim covers OIGEN ironware; induction compatibility and interior finishes differ by item.

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