The Sori Yanagi Stainless Steel Kettle is a masterpiece of Japanese design, blending elegance, durability, and functionality. Made in Japan, this 2.5L kettle features a matte-finished stainless steel body, a wide flat base for rapid boiling, and an ergonomic Bakelite handle for effortless pouring. Designed for both gas and electric cookers, including induction, it is equipped with a built-in steel filter and ensures a seamless, drip-free pour while minimizing the risk of burns. Its meticulously crafted form requires the expertise of fifteen small factories, making each piece a testament to superior craftsmanship.
Recognized for its exceptional design, it won the Good Design Award in 1998 and the Good Design Long Life Design Award in 2013. To preserve its quality, hand wash with soap and hot water, as a dishwasher may damage the Bakelite handle. A true icon of Japanese craftsmanship, this kettle elevates the simple act of boiling water into an art.
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
