This Sori Yanagi butter knife makes spreading butter, jam, or soft cheese effortless. Its simple, balanced design feels comfortable in the hand and adds a touch of timeless elegance to your table.
Designed in 1974 and made in Niigata, Japan, it won the Good Design Award and later the Long Life Design Award. Made from durable stainless steel and dishwasher safe, it’s perfect for everyday use.
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From the 1990s to 2000s, Sori Yanagi designed numerous stainless steel kitchen tools to complement his pots and tableware.
Minimizing parts and using one-piece stainless steel construction, these tools were durable, easy to clean, and innovative for their time. Carefully shaped handles ensure a comfortable grip, while ladles are designed to scoop efficiently, pour easily, and skim ingredients or foam with precision.
This kettle was originally developed in response to Tokyo Gas Company’s post-war demand for a highly efficient water-boiling appliance. Its unique central heating structure increases the surface area exposed to heat, allowing water to boil faster while maintaining excellent heat retention.
Although the original Speed Kettle had a short production run, its innovative concept was later carried forward and reintroduced in 1994 as a stainless steel kettle—becoming a timeless classic that balances functionality with industrial design elegance.
Image From Yanagi Design
