{"title":"1 Sori Yanagi Kitchen Tools","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSori Yanagi (1915–2011) was one of Japan's most influential industrial designers. The son of Soetsu Yanagi, founder of the Mingei folk craft movement, he grew up believing that true beauty lives in everyday objects made to be used. Best known for his iconic Butterfly Stool, Yanagi spent decades designing tools for the home kitchen that are as simple and honest as they are beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSince the 1950s, his kitchenware has been produced in Tsubame, Niigata, Japan's historic center of metalwork, by Nihon Yoshokki, a manufacturer known for its expertise in stainless steel. Each tool is shaped by hand-tested prototypes rather than drawings, so it feels natural in the hand and works exactly as it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrom ladles and tongs to bowls and strainers, these are durable, timeless kitchen essentials designed to last a lifetime of daily cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAvailable at The Good Liver in the Los Angeles Arts District, in stock and shipped within the US.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sori-yanagi-colander","title":"Sori Yanagi Colander","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese colander, designed by Sōri Yanagi, is a practical kitchen tool for daily use. It is made from food-grade stainless steel. Small punched holes drain water quickly and keep ingredients from getting caught, as they often do in mesh strainers. The solid construction is durable and easy to rinse clean. Each size is proportioned to work with Sori Yanagi mixing bowls, so rinsing and straining feel natural during prep. Smaller sizes suit berries and small fruits. Larger sizes handle pasta, vegetables, and other cooking tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSori Yanagi was a Japanese industrial designer who helped shape modern Japanese design after World War II. His objects are simple, practical, and comfortable to use. They draw on traditional Japanese craft while embracing modern production. His stainless steel bowl and colander series won the Good Design Award in 1999 and remains one of his best-known kitchen designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize Guide \u0026amp; Uses:\u003cbr\u003e6 1\/4\" (16 cm): Rinsing berries or small fruits for one person.\u003cbr\u003e7 1\/4\" (19 cm): Washing berries, grapes, or small produce for two.\u003cbr\u003e9 1\/4\" (23 cm): Draining pasta, rinsing vegetables, or everyday prep.\u003cbr\u003e10 3\/4\" (27 cm): Larger tasks like draining pasta, washing greens, or prepping ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to nest with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/good-liver.com\/products\/sori-yanagi-mixing-bowl\"\u003eSori Yanagi Mixing Bowl\u003c\/a\u003e for rinsing, draining, and prep in one set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: 18-8 stainless steel\u003cbr\u003eMade in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata, Japan\u003cbr\u003eDishwasher safe\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saikai","offers":[{"title":"D: 6 1\/4\" (16 cm)","offer_id":44105247752384,"sku":"TS007","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"D: 7 1\/4\" (19 cm)","offer_id":20794184630334,"sku":"TS008","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"D: 9 1\/4\" (23 cm)","offer_id":20794184663102,"sku":"TS009","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"D: 10 3\/4\" (27 cm)","offer_id":20794184695870,"sku":"TS010","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1384\/1689\/files\/Sori_Yanagi_Japanese_stainless_steel_colander.jpg?v=1789763624"},{"product_id":"sori-yanagi-mixing-bowl","title":"Sori Yanagi Mixing Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Japanese mixing bowl, designed by Sōri Yanagi, is a simple, well-balanced bowl for everyday kitchen prep. It is made from food-grade stainless steel and is lightweight and durable. The gently curved shape makes mixing and tossing ingredients comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSōri Yanagi was a Japanese industrial designer who helped shape modern Japanese design after World War II. His objects are simple, practical, and comfortable to use. They draw on traditional Japanese craft while embracing modern production. His stainless steel bowl and colander series won the Good Design Award in 1999 and remains one of his best-known kitchen designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize Guide \u0026amp; Uses:\u003cbr\u003e5 1\/4\" (13 cm): Serving small dishes or a morning yogurt bowl. (Not shown in photo)\u003cbr\u003e6 1\/4\" (16 cm): Small prep tasks like mixing sauces, whisking eggs, or holding chopped ingredients.\u003cbr\u003e7 1\/4\" (19 cm): A versatile everyday size for mixing small portions or preparing ingredients.\u003cbr\u003e9 1\/4\" (23 cm): Mixing batters, tossing vegetables, or preparing ingredients for a meal.\u003cbr\u003e10 3\/4\" (27 cm): Larger tasks like mixing dough, tossing salads, or prepping for multiple dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to nest with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/good-liver.com\/products\/sori-yanagi-colander\"\u003eSori Yanagi Colander\u003c\/a\u003e for rinsing, draining, and prep in one set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: 18-8 stainless steel\u003cbr\u003eMade in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata, Japan\u003cbr\u003eDishwasher safe\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saikai","offers":[{"title":"D: 5 1\/4\" (13 cm)","offer_id":44105240838336,"sku":"TS002","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"D: 6 1\/4\" (16 cm)","offer_id":44105240871104,"sku":"TS003","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"D: 7 1\/4\" (19 cm)","offer_id":44105240903872,"sku":"TS004","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"D: 9 1\/4\" (23 cm)","offer_id":44105243263168,"sku":"TS005","price":63.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"D: 10 3\/4\" (27 cm)","offer_id":44105243295936,"sku":"TS006","price":74.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1384\/1689\/files\/sori_yanagi_mixing_bowl_in_4_sizes.jpg?v=1789764404"},{"product_id":"sori-yanagi-slotted-turner-angled","title":"Sori Yanagi Slotted Turner - Angled","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis slotted turner slides under fish, eggs, and pancakes and lifts them clean off the pan. Often called a fish spatula, it has a thin, angled front edge that gets under food without tearing it, and slots that let oil and liquid drain away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSori Yanagi designed the spatula from a single seamless piece of high-quality 18-8 stainless steel. It has a good weight in the hand and resists rust. The seamless form cleans easily and holds up to years of daily use. Dishwasher safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:\u003cbr\u003eL 12\" x W 3.25\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saikai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46604603719872,"sku":"TS765","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1384\/1689\/files\/Sori-Yanagi-Slotted-Turner-Angled-1.jpg?v=1790207693"},{"product_id":"sori-yanagi-stainless-steel-ladle","title":"Sori Yanagi Stainless Steel Ladle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis ladle scoops and pours soup, stew, and curry with ease. The rounded bowl pours cleanly from either side, and the curved handle gives a comfortable grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSori Yanagi designed it from a single seamless piece of high-quality 18-8 stainless steel. It has a good weight in the hand and resists rust. The seamless form cleans easily and holds up to years of daily use. Dishwasher safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:\u003cbr\u003eMedium: L 11.5\" x W 3.25\"\u003cbr\u003eLarge: L 11.75\" x W 3.75\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saikai","offers":[{"title":"Large","offer_id":50335630917824,"sku":"TS108","price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":50335630950592,"sku":"TS767","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1384\/1689\/files\/Sori-Yanagi-Stainless-Steel-Ladle-1.jpg?v=1790205833"},{"product_id":"sori-yanagi-perforated-tongs","title":"Sori Yanagi Perforated Tongs","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese stainless steel tongs lift and drain in one motion. The perforated heads let oil or water run off as you pull food from the pan, the fryer, or a pot of pasta, and they work just as well for serving salad and sides at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSori Yanagi designed them from a single piece of 18-8 stainless steel, so they flex without a spring and last through years of daily use. They're easy to clean and dishwasher safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:\u003cbr\u003eL 8.5\" x D 2.5\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saikai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46604625051840,"sku":"TS011","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1384\/1689\/files\/Sori-Yanagi-Perforated-Tongs-1.jpg?v=1790204531"}],"url":"https:\/\/good-liver.com\/collections\/sori-yanagi-kitchen-tools.oembed","provider":"The Good Liver","version":"1.0","type":"link"}