The Sori Yanagi Stainless Steel Kettle is a timeless example of Japanese design, combining elegance, durability and everyday functionality. Made in Japan, this 2.5L kettle features a matte stainless steel body, a wide base for efficient boiling and an ergonomic Bakelite handle for comfortable pouring.
Suitable for gas, electric and induction cooktops, it also features a built-in steel filter and a carefully designed spout for smooth, drip-free pouring. Its production involves fifteen small Japanese factories, each contributing their specialist craftsmanship.
Recognised with Good Design Awards in 1998 and again in 2013 for long-life design, it’s a kettle you’ll want to keep for years.
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.
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
