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

KOINU - Homma Manufacturing's Yukihira pot has one side shaped for easy pouring of broth, and the other side shaped for easy emptying of bulky ingredients together^[1]. Unlike typical single-handled saucepans that have identical, symmetrical spouts for both right- and left-handed use, it separates the pouring directions according to the nature of the dish in the pot.

When pouring clear liquids like broth or tea without spilling outside, you can use the side that gathers into a narrow spout. Conversely, when pouring dishes with large solids, such as braised dishes or stews, into a bowl along with the broth, tilting toward the opposite side—which is generously open so the contents do not catch—allows you to transfer them easily.

hmmm, going beyond simply dividing between right-handed or left-handed use, it is a practical design that makes you look first at what is inside the pot.