About Sori Yanagi

The Philosophy of Functional Beauty: Sori Yanagi Kitchenware

Sori Yanagi’s approach to kitchen tools was revolutionary: he did not start with sketches on paper. Instead, he worked by hand, creating clay models to find the perfect ergonomic curve. This "design by touch" ensures that every ladle, bowl, and kettle feels like a natural extension of the hand.

The Stainless Steel Collection: Strength and Simplicity

Crafted from high-quality 18/8 stainless steel, his kitchen tools are celebrated for their matte finish and seamless construction. The Sori Yanagi Mesh Strainer is perhaps his most famous technical achievement: unlike traditional wire mesh, it is punched from a single sheet of steel. This makes it incredibly durable, easy to clean, and elegant enough to be used as a serving piece.

The Iconic Sori Yanagi Kettle

Winner of the prestigious Good Design Award, the Sori Yanagi Stainless Steel Kettle is a masterpiece of daily utility. Its wide base allows for rapid boiling, while the uniquely shaped handle—designed after hundreds of tests—allows for effortless pouring with minimal strain on the wrist. It is a perfect example of his belief that "true beauty is not made; it is born naturally."

Modern Classics for the Everyday Kitchen

From his elegantly curved tongs to his perfectly balanced cutlery, Yanagi’s tools avoid unnecessary decoration. By stripping away the ego of the designer, he created objects that are "anonymous" yet instantly recognizable. In our Sori Yanagi collection, you will find tools that don't just sit in your kitchen—they improve your daily rhythm of cooking.

"Things that are easy to use survive, regardless of fashion." — Sori Yanagi

Whether you are a professional chef or a home cook, owning a piece of Yanagi design is a way to bring a fragment of museum-quality art into your most practical daily rituals.