For Cooks
A curated selection of kitchen tools and utensils, typically found in homes across Japan, that will bring joy to the amateur (or pro) cook in your life.
Kopf Can Opener
£24.00
The Sori Yanagi Can Opener, designed in 1970, is still loved for its ergonomic and efficient design.
- Perforated Tongs
- Tongs
- Set
Stainless Steel Tongs
£27.00
With a beautiful form and an ergonomic design, the durable Stainless Steel Tongs are perfect for cooking, elegant for serving and a joy to have around the kitchen.
Hinoki Chopping Board
£55.00
A chopping board made from a solid piece of Japanese Hinoki wood.
- 13cm
- 16cm
- 19cm
- 23cm
- 27cm
- Set
Stainless Steel Bowl
From £14.00
Simple and functional, the Stainless Steel Bowl by Sori Yanagi was originally designed in 1960, through extensive research with chefs.
- 16cm
- 19cm
- 23cm
- 27cm
- Set
Stainless Steel Punching Strainer
From £20.00
Simple, durable and easy to clean, Sori Yanagi’s Stainless Steel Punching Strainer is designed to have less contact surface for easy drainage.
- Orange
- Yellow
- Green
- White
- Brown
Tesage Jar
£16.00
A versatile storage container for pantry staples or homemade pickles.
- Small
- Medium
- Large
Suribachi Bowl (with pestle)
From £25.00
Suri-kogi and Suri-bachi are a traditional Japanese pestle and mortar, commonly used for grinding sesame seeds and spices, as well as being used to make a fine paste or dressing.
Nambu Tekki Mini Pan
£40.00
Designed by Sori Yanagi, this pan is made of Nambu Tekki cast iron.
- Nakiri
- Petit
- Santoku
- Set
Yuri Knife
From £65.00
Used in Japanese kitchens for centuries, the Yuri Knife comes beautifully balanced and finished with a sleek reinforced wooden handle.


- Indigo
- Mustard
- Safflower
Jobu Oven Mitt
£33.00
An oven mitt made from Kurashiki sailcloth* constructed with two different thicknesses of canvas.
- 16cm
- 18cm
- 20cm
- Set
Yukihira Pan
From £75.00
The Yukihira Pan is hard wearing and thoughtfully designed by Makoto Koizumi for Ambai.
- Indigo
- Mustard
- Safflower
Jobu Pot Mat
£20.00
A square pot mat made from Kurashiki sailcloth canvas.
- Butter Beater
- Fork Ladle
- Ladle
- Skimmer
- Turner
- Set
Kitchen Tools
£32.00
Simple, durable and easy to clean, Sori Yanagi’s Kitchen Tools are designed with a slight curve for an ergonomic feel.
Dark Indigo Apron
£135.00
Made from twill cotton with cotton warp yarn and linen weft yarn for a rich texture, this apron features a breast pen pocket, a reinforced large front pocket, and cross-back button straps for neck comfort.
- Blue
- Brown
- Green
- White
- Yellow
Egg Stand
£18.00
For anyone who enjoys a perfectly cooked, soft-boiled egg with soldiers, this dish from Hakusan Porcelain is the ideal accompaniment.
Japanese Mandolin
£35.00
The Mandolin Slicer with three interchangeable blades ensures precise, uniform cuts, saving time and effort.
- Extra Small
- Small
- Medium
Scrubber Brush
From £5.00
Found in every kitchen throughout Japan, this brush is longer lasting than the usual kitchen sponge.
Morinoki Pizza Cutter
£28.00
Balanced with a simple, clean design the handle of the Morinoki Pizza Cutter is carved from Japanese Zelkova wood while the blade is made from durable, stainless steel.
Kitchen Scissors
£120.00
These stainless-steel Tajika Kitchen Scissors have a bottle and can opener function. The scissors can be separated, making them easier to clean.
Vegetable Brush
£18.00
This brush is specifically designed for root vegetables and will remove dirt and grime without damaging the skin of directly planted vegetables.
Cooking Thermometer
£18.00
Easy to calibrate and with the clip attachment it fits most cookware. Batteries not required.
Measuring Spoons
£5.00
Perfect for handling delicate measures, the set of four Measuring Spoons are held together with an interlocking ring, providing easy hanging and storage.
- Butter
- Ginkgo
- Jam
- Rice
- Standard
Cherry Wood Spatula
From £10.00
Beautifully carved from cherry wood, which is both a hardwearing and resilient, the wooden spatulas are hand polished to a smooth finish and sit comfortably in the hand.
Copper Grater
£26.00
An essential tool in Japanese kitchens, the Mini Copper Grater cuts more finely than typical Western graters, retaining the texture and flavour of the food.