Sori Yanagi Fork Ladle

$75.00
DETAILS

A ladle and a serving fork in one. The fork tines on the scoop let you lift food while draining unwanted liquid, perfect for hot pot, pasta, or nabe nights.

Designed in 1974 by legendary Japanese industrial designer Sori Yanagi, this piece is as good-looking as it is functional. The ergonomic curved handle sits comfortably in your hand, and the brushed stainless steel finish looks great on any kitchen wall when you hang it up between uses.

Won the Good Design Award in 1998. Made in Tsubame, Niigata — Japan's heartland of fine metalwork.

MATERIALS / DIMENSIONS

-Material: 18-8 Stainless steel
-Dimensions:Length: 288 mm, Head part: 94x70 mm

SHIPPING

We deliver small goods across New Zealand (excluding PO Boxes) at a flat rate of $8. For orders totalling $100 or more, delivery is free.

1997 kitchen tools

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.

The 1953 Kettle: Innovation Born from Post-War Tokyo

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