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Products with Ladles·Tongs·Spatulas·Colanders·Mesh Strainers·Strainers in the name total 85 across 9 Living brands.

The materials listed in the material information are Stainless Steel 26 and Mesh 1.

Latest reference date October 16, 2026 · Official store product information

18/10 스테인리스로 제작해 변형이 적고 위생적인 집게입니다. 끝부분이 톱니로 맞물려 차가운 얼음도 안정적으로 집어 올릴 수 있습니다. 사용 후에는 식기세척기에 바로 넣어 관리하기 편합니다.

Why this product

차가운 음료를 준비할 때 얼음을 단단하게 다루는 쓰임에 집중해 골랐습니다.

  1. 톱니 모양의 팁

    끝부분을 톱니로 마감해 미끄러운 얼음 표면을 안정적으로 잡아 줍니다.

  2. 18/10 스테인리스

    INOX 18/10 스테인리스 재질로 만들어 쉽게 녹슬지 않고 오래 쓸 수 있습니다.

  3. 식기세척기 세척

    식기세척기로 간편하게 씻어 낼 수 있어 매번 손으로 닦지 않아도 됩니다.

These are tongs made of 18-8 stainless steel. Designed with facing comb-shaped tines, they are great for stably picking up boiled pasta noodles or ingredients. They are versatilely used for taking noodles out of a pot while cooking or serving dishes onto a plate.

Why this product

We carefully examined materials good for long-term use and craftsmanship that is easy to care for.

  1. 18-8 stainless steel

    Made with 18-8 stainless steel, it is rust-resistant and easy to maintain hygienically.

  2. Dishwasher safe

    It is dishwasher safe, making cleanup after cooking simple.

  3. Hand-finished in the Tsubame-Sanjo region

    Aizawa Koubou, founded in 1922, crafts these locally in Japan with hand-finishing processes.

This is a hemispherical strainer made of 18-8 stainless steel. You can rest it on the rim of a pot to blanch ingredients, then conveniently lift them right out. You can choose from two sizes—18cm and 20cm in diameter—to match the specifications of the pot you use.

Why this product

We looked at the simple cooking method of resting it on a pot and scooping ingredients straight out.

  1. A structure designed to rest on a pot

    It rests stably on the rim of a pot, making it easy to blanch ingredients and lift them straight out. It is tailored to be used over pots with a diameter of 18cm or 20cm or larger.

  2. 18-8 stainless steel material

    Made of rust-resistant 18-8 stainless steel, it is hygienic and can be easily cleaned in a dishwasher after cooking.

  3. Lightweight build and two sizes

    Available in two sizes, 18cm diameter (215g) and 20cm diameter (230g), it can be handled lightly without straining the wrist depending on your cooking setup.

This is a 16cm-long pinch-style tong made of stainless steel. Press the handles to open the blades, then clamp it across the opening of an elongated bag. It is used to store opened food ingredient bags in the kitchen.

Why this product

It was selected for its easy rust maintenance and its utility in sealing long bag openings all at once.

  1. Stainless steel material

    Even if rust forms, it can be rubbed off with dedicated cleaner or a steel scouring pad, making it easy to care for over a long time.

  2. Pinch-style design

    It works by lightly gripping the handles to open the blades and firmly clamping down on the bag opening.

  3. 16cm length specification

    Reaching a depth of 16cm, it can clamp all the way across even wide food ingredient bags.

Aizawa KoubouKitchenToolAK-1

During which work process do the fine scratches seen on the surface of the new kitchen tools remain?

Light scratches or stains are visible on the surface of a new stainless steel tool whose packaging has just been unwrapped, making one wonder if there is a defect in the product. It makes one curious about the reason, whether it is poor craftsmanship or the result of a unique manufacturing method.

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The fine scratches and marks left on the surface of a new product naturally occur during the manual finishing process, where it is trimmed directly by hand instead of being uniformly shaved by machine.

These are straight tongs made of 18-8 stainless steel. Non-slip processing added to the tips securely holds food ingredients, and the light weight of 75g reduces strain on the wrist. They are used for picking up or flipping ingredients when cooking.

Why this product

Selected for having both a finish that does not drop food ingredients and a light feel during use.

  1. 18-8 stainless steel material

    Made with 18-8 stainless steel, they can be maintained hygienically and cleaned in a dishwasher.

  2. Non-slip processing on the tips

    Non-slip treatment added to the tips of the tongs helps hold food ingredients securely while cooking.

  3. Light weight of 75g

    With a light weight of 75g, they ease the strain placed on the wrist even when cooking food for a long time.

Sori YanagiKitchenToolSY-18

When choosing stainless steel tongs, which is suitable between the perforated type with holes and the regular type?

Looking at two pairs of tongs that differ only by the presence of holes in the same size, it is difficult to determine which cooking situations each should be purchased for.

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The size and material are the same, but the weight differs due to the presence of holes on the gripping surface, so the choice depends on whether you will use them while draining broth or oil.

This is a 7.5cm diameter mini strainer made of 18-8 stainless steel. A handle and hook are attached to the cylindrical mesh basket, allowing it to rest on the rim of a pot. It is used to blanch small amounts of ingredients separately or to scoop out solid ingredients from broth.

Why this product

Selected because you can take your hands off and easily blanch ingredients even in a small pot.

  1. Pot-Mounting Hook

    Equipped with a hook that can rest on the rim of a pot during cooking, allowing ingredients to cook stably without needing to be held by hand.

  2. 18-8 Stainless Steel Material

    Made of 18-8 stainless steel, it does not absorb food stains or odors and can be maintained hygienically.

  3. Dishwasher Safe

    Can be cleaned in a dishwasher, making care after use convenient.

These are small tongs made by seamlessly bending 18-0 stainless steel. With a width of 14.5cm, they fit comfortably in hand, and the front connects to broad surfaces, allowing you to stably serve side dishes. Having no crevices, they are easy to care for by placing them in the dishwasher.

Why this product

Chosen because you can neatly serve food at the table and care for them with ease.

  1. Dishwasher cleaning

    Dishwasher-safe, so you can clean them thoroughly without hassle after use.

  2. 18-0 stainless steel material

    Made of 18-0 stainless steel, making them suitable for hygienic use in the kitchen and at the dining table.

  3. Width 14.5cm size

    With a width of 14.5cm and a height of 4.6cm, they do not take up much space even when placed on the dining table.

This is a cooking slotted ladle made of 18-8 stainless steel. Perforations in the concave base make it convenient for scooping out only solid ingredients from soup dishes. A black cord and ring are attached to the end of the handle so it can be hung, and it is dishwasher safe.

Why this product

We selected a cooking utensil that is easy on the hands, made of rust-resistant material and lightweight.

  1. Stainless steel material with corrosion resistance

    Made of 18-8 stainless steel, it is resistant to rust and dishwasher safe.

  2. Two sizes and lightweight

    Weighing a light 60g for the small size and 70g for the large size, it is easy to handle, and you can choose the size according to your cooking needs.

  3. Top ring for hanging storage

    A black cord and ring are attached to the end of the handle, allowing it to be hung directly on a kitchen utensil rack.

KajidonyaKitchenToolKA-13

Is the tongs stand intended to support tongs off the surface while cooking, or is it meant to keep them closed when stored in a drawer?

When you need a rest to place on the countertop and also want to keep tongs from spreading open inside a drawer, you might wonder which of the two uses this small item focuses on.

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It is used both as a rest to keep tongs upright and elevated off the surface while cooking, and as a storage holder to keep them closed so they do not spread open inside a drawer.

This ladle smoothly connects the head and handle in 18-8 stainless steel. It comes in two sizes with different diameters and depths, and has a strap at the end of the handle for hanging. Dishwasher-safe, it is convenient to use when scooping and serving broth every day.

Why this product

Since it is an everyday cooking utensil, we considered a structure that is easy to clean and store.

  1. Easy-to-handle stainless steel

    Made of 18-8 stainless steel, it can be easily cleaned in a dishwasher.

  2. Hanging strap for storage

    A black strap is tied through the hole at the end of the handle, allowing you to hang it directly on a kitchen hook.

  3. Two sizes

    While the overall lengths are similar, the diameter and depth differ, letting you choose between small and large sizes according to your purpose.

This is a flat grater made of 18-8 stainless steel. You can hold the handle and rub ingredients against the textured surface to grate them neatly. It sits neatly on top of the System Rectangular Bat to help make cooking prep easier.

Why this product

We focused on its utility in simplifying both cooking and cleanup.

  1. 18-8 stainless steel material

    Made of 18-8 stainless steel that resists corrosion and stains, it can be used hygienically for a long time.

  2. Dishwasher safe

    It can be placed directly into the dishwasher after cooking, making maintenance easy.

  3. Combination with System Rectangular Bat

    It fits the System Rectangular Bat S (1/4) size perfectly, making it convenient to place on top and collect grated ingredients.

This is a handled strainer made of 18-8 stainless steel. A fine mesh is woven into an oval frame, and the tip features a hook to rest on bowls. It is used for straining broth or scooping out ingredients, and it can be washed in a dishwasher after use.

Why this product

As it is a frequently used kitchen tool, we looked at elements that make it easy to care for and comfortable to handle.

  1. 18-8 Stainless steel

    It uses 18-8 stainless steel material, making it resistant to rust and stains.

  2. Dishwasher safe

    It can be washed in a dishwasher, making cleanup after use easy.

  3. Resting hook structure

    It has a hook that can be rested, allowing it to sit stably on top of pots or bowls.

This is a shell-shaped ladle made of 18-8 stainless steel. Symmetrically tapered pouring spouts on both sides allow you to gather and pour broth or sauce neatly no matter which hand you hold it with. Choose from three sizes to suit the amount you wish to serve at the dining table or in the cooking space.

Why this product

We checked that broth can be served comfortably with either hand at the dining table.

  1. Symmetrical structure comfortable for both hands

    The symmetrically formed spouts on both sides of the shell-shaped head make it easy for both left- and right-handed users to serve broth and sauce.

  2. Dishwasher-safe stainless steel

    Made of 18-8 stainless steel, it can be conveniently washed in the dishwasher.

  3. Three sizes to match capacity

    Available in three sizes—35ml small, 50ml medium, and 70ml large—allowing you to choose according to the serving portion.

This tool connects a long handle to a strainer made of 18-8 stainless steel. Available in two mesh configurations—standard and fine mesh—it appropriately scoops out ingredients of different sizes. After cooking, you can easily clean it by placing it in the dishwasher.

Why this product

As it is a frequently used cooking utensil, we looked at three functional aspects.

  1. Two mesh configurations

    Choose between the standard type measuring 30cm in width and the fine mesh type measuring 30.5cm in width according to the size of the ingredients to be scooped out.

  2. 18-8 stainless steel

    By using a corrosion-resistant stainless steel material, it can be used hygienically for a long time.

  3. Dishwasher safe

    After cooking is finished, you can care for it by putting it straight into the dishwasher without having to wash it by hand.

KajidonyaKitchenToolKA-23

Which size should I choose among the three sizes of the stainless steel round strainer basket?

Because it is difficult to estimate how many ingredients it will actually hold when cooking just by looking at the dimension indications.

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You can choose according to the amount of ingredients to be prepared; the smallest size fits 1/4 of an onion, the medium fits half an onion, and the largest size fits 1 whole onion.

This is a set of three round strainers with a width of 16cm made of 18-8 stainless steel. A flat, fine mesh extends inside the rim to drain moisture from prepared ingredients. It is suitable for placing strainers of the same size side by side and dividing ingredients during the cooking process.

Why this product

We chose this to help divide multiple ingredients easily and reduce cleanup when preparing ingredients.

  1. Set of 3 pieces

    It is composed of a set of 3 strainers of the same size, making it convenient to divide and hold multiple ingredients separately.

  2. 18-8 stainless steel material

    Using 18-8 stainless steel material, it is durable even with frequent contact with moisture.

  3. Dishwasher safe

    It can be washed in a dishwasher, making it easy to care for after cooking.

KajidonyaKitchenToolKA-4

What is the hook between the strainer mesh and the handle used for?

Asked to confirm the purpose of the bent hook-shaped detail near the handle and the compatible pot sizes.

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It is a latch that allows the strainer to rest stably on the rim of pots with a diameter of 14cm or more, helping you blanch ingredients separately.

This is an oil straining net made of 18-8 stainless steel, which is easy to manage rust. With legs attached beneath the loosely woven grid mesh, it can be used elevated off the bottom surface. It is used to place fried or cooked food on to drain oil.

Why this product

We looked for a tool that removes grease after cooking and is easy to care for.

  1. 18-8 stainless steel material

    Made of a material that is easy to manage rust, it is convenient to use in kitchens exposed to moisture.

  2. Structure with supporting legs

    With wide mesh spacing and legs that keep it elevated off the bottom surface, oil naturally drips downward.

  3. Dishwasher safe

    It can be washed in a dishwasher, making it easy to wash away leftover grease.