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Questions asked about brands carried by KitchenTool and their answers. Sources are linked to each answer.

This is a round bowl with a deep red pattern hand-painted on a black base. It is wider than standard bowls and has a flat bottom, making it easy to stack multiple pieces upward for storage. Since it can be used in both the dishwasher and microwave, everyday table setting and care are convenient.

Why this product

It combines unique hand-painted patterns with a structure designed for convenient daily use.

  1. Hand-painted hieroglyphic patterns

    Hieroglyphic-like patterns are hand-painted in deep red on a black base. Because they are painted directly with a brush, each piece has natural variations in line thickness and color tone.

  2. Wide and flat bowl structure

    It is made wider than typical bowls, with a flat bottom. It is easy to stack neatly upward for storage, helping to keep cupboard space organized.

  3. Microwave and dishwasher safe

    It can be used in both microwaves and dishwashers. It is convenient for easily reheating food and washing tableware after meals.

This is a square side dish container made of heat-resistant glass. With a simple structure without airtight packing, the lid opens and closes lightly. Use a single dish from refrigerated and frozen storage to microwave and oven cooking.

Why this product

We looked into its usability, which connects smoothly from storage to oven cooking without hassle.

  1. Oven and microwave safe

    Made of heat-resistant glass material, it can be used not only in a microwave but also in home ovens at about 300 to 350 degrees.

  2. Simple structure without packing

    This is a product with a structure that has no airtight packing. Because it is not completely airtight, opening and closing are convenient, and care is simple.

  3. Freezer storage and dishwasher cleaning

    Supports both refrigerated and frozen storage. After emptying the food, the main glass body can be washed in a dishwasher.

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.

Sori YanagiKitchenToolSY-2

Is there a reason why the front of the curry spoon is flat rather than round?

Seeing the straight-trimmed shape of the tip, unlike ordinary spoons, makes one wonder about its usefulness during a meal.

[소리야나기] 스텐 커트러리 카레 스푼
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It is because the tip is trimmed straight to scoop up grains of rice without leaving any behind, cut through ingredients easily, and provide an easy grip through the overall weight balance.

This is a small spoon made of 18-8 stainless steel with a matte finish. Crafted into a concave ladle shape, it makes scooping sugar or powdered ingredients easy. With a lightweight size of 13cm in length, it is convenient to keep and use beside tea settings or spice jars.

Why this product

It was chosen for its functionality of scooping powder without spills and its material that allows for easy daily care.

  1. Ladle-shaped spoon design

    Crafted concavely like a small ladle, it makes it easy to scoop out sugar or powdered ingredients without spilling them outside.

  2. Matte stainless steel and easy care

    Made of 18-8 stainless steel finished with a matte texture, it is dishwasher safe, making maintenance easy.

  3. Lightweight and easy-to-handle specifications

    Measuring 13cm in length and 2.7cm in width with a light weight of 20g, it is easy to hold in the hand and handle.

This cast iron grill pan has a long handle directly connected to the body. Featuring bottom ridges and concave spouts on both rims, it is well suited for grilling meat or vegetables. It can be used across various heat sources, including direct fire, induction, and ovens.

Why this product

We looked for a cast iron pan that can be comfortably used on various heat sources while offering a stable grip.

  1. Dual use for direct fire and induction

    It can be used for cooking across induction and ovens, as well as direct fire such as gas and highlight cooktops.

  2. Cast iron pan with a long handle

    Because the frying pan handle is directly connected to the body, it is convenient to grip stably and handle while cooking.

  3. Practical size around 21cm

    This single cast iron pan piece features an inner diameter of 20.4cm and a weight of 1.635kg, and is packaged in an individual box.

MATSUNOYAKitchenToolMAT-2

How do the S and M sizes of the heavy canvas tote bag differ in their interior layout?

The appearance and outer pocket layouts of both sizes look similar, so the shopper wants to know the differences in internal storage structure before choosing.

[마츠노야] Thread-Line 헤비 캔버스 토트백
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The inside of the S size has a key chain for hanging keys, while the inside of the M size includes a fastening belt to keep luggage from getting disarranged.

SHIMOMURAKitchenToolSH-21

Can the dish drying rack's size be adjusted and used depending on the amount of dishes or cooking space?

The kitchen countertop is narrow, making one hesitate to place a large drying rack, but there is concern that space will be insufficient on days when many dishes pile up.

[시모무라] 확장형 식기건조대
hmmm editorial answer

You can slide out the lower compartment like a slide to expand the vertical width from 21.5cm up to 37cm, adjusting it to one compartment or two compartments.

HASAMI PORCELAINKitchenToolHAS-1

Is there a repeating rule in size or shape when HASAMI PORCELAIN tableware items are placed together?

When choosing mugs, tumblers, and plates together, the number 85 often appears repeatedly across the specifications. It makes one want to know how tableware items with different uses interlock with each other.

[하사미포셀린] Mug Cup 머그컵 (화이트 / 3size)
[하사미포셀린] Tumbler 텀블러
hmmm editorial answer

HASAMI PORCELAIN shares an 8.5cm diameter standard across various tableware items, such as mugs and tumblers, allowing them to interlock and stack with one another as lids or saucers.

HAKUSANKitchenToolHA-1

Will the bottom foot of the bowl stain if it comes into contact with kimchi broth or seasonings?

When stacking bowls after a meal or serving food, it is easy to get seasoning on the bottom foot, which makes one wonder if the exposed clay area might get stained.

[하쿠산] HAKUSAN 히라차왕(원형볼) E-10
hmmm editorial answer

Care is required because unglazed areas, such as the foot and bottom surface of HAKUSAN bowls, can be stained by seasonings.

KOINU - Homma ManufacturingKitchenToolKHM-1

What is the purpose of the spouts on each side of the Yukihira pot?

The shapes of the spouts on both sides of the pot appear different, so it can be confusing to know which side to use when pouring food.

[혼마제작소 코이누] 클래드 3중 유키히라 편수냄비 18cm (뚜껑O / 인덕션 OK)
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One spout is shaped to pour broth neatly, while the other side is widely shaped to make it easy to dish out bulky ingredients along with broth.

IWAKIKitchenToolIW-1

Can I put it directly into the oven or dishwasher with the lid on?

When cooking food in the container in the oven or cleaning up after a meal, it is easy to get confused about whether the lid can also be put into the appliances all at once.

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[이와키] IWAKI 팩&레인지 반찬통 - 쿨그레이 사각 1.2L
[이와키] IWAKI 팩&레인지 반찬통 - 화이트 사각 1L
Based on retailer sources

The glass body can be used in both the oven and the dishwasher, but the lid cannot be put into either, so it must be removed.