Sori Yanagi Design Iron Frying Pan

A lidded frying pan designed by Sori Yanagi, one of Japan’s most renowned product designers. Made of durable iron, this frying pan develops a natural seasoning the more you use it, improving its nonstick performance over time.

For ease of use, the pan features spouts on both sides, making it equally convenient for right- and left-handed users. The lid is uniquely shaped to fit snugly over the spouts, but when rotated, it creates a small gap that allows steam to escape or makes it easy to drain excess oil while keeping food in place.

The surface of the pan is textured and finished with a black oxide film and silicone resin coating. This treatment not only increases the surface area—making it easier for iron to leach into food—but also improves heat conductivity, allowing ingredients to cook faster and more evenly. Thanks to the strength of iron, it can withstand high-heat cooking and the use of metal utensils without worry.

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A lidded frying pan designed by Sori Yanagi, one of Japan’s most renowned product designers. First manufactured in 1999 and awarded the Good Design Award in 2000, this iron pan combines practicality with timeless Japanese design.

 

The pan develops natural seasoning with use, creating a smooth nonstick surface over time. The dual spouts allow for easy pouring from either side, and the uniquely shaped lid can be rotated to either seal in steam or create a small gap for draining oil and moisture.

 

A special surface treatment gives the iron body a distinctive grey finish, improves heat conductivity, resists rust, and makes the pan strong enough to handle high-heat cooking and metal utensils. The textured surface also absorbs oil efficiently, enhancing both cooking performance and durability.

 

 

 

Sizes & Use

 

 

• 25 cm – Ideal for gyoza or stir-fry for a family of four
• 22 cm – Deeper shape, great for leafy vegetables or simmered dishes
• 18 cm – Compact, perfect for bento-style omelets or single portions

 

 

 

 

 

Product Details

 

 

Material | Iron, 18-8 stainless steel (lid), phenolic resin (handle)

Size | 18 cm / 22 cm / 25 cm (see dimensions below)

Capacity | 18 cm: 0.9L (full) / 0.63L (70%)

22 cm: 2.1L (full) / 1.47L (70%)

25 cm: 2.2L (full) / 1.54L (70%)

Weight | 18 cm: ~635g / 22 cm: ~980g / 25 cm: ~1325g

Made in | Japan

 

Dimensions (incl. lid)

 

• 18 cm: W218 × D338 × H72 mm
• 22 cm: W260 × D400 × H100 mm
• 25 cm: W290 × D455 × H109 mm

 

 

 

 

 

Care & Notes

 

 

• Microwave: ✕ / Oven: ✕ / Dishwasher: ✕
• Perform oil seasoning before first use.
• Wash with hot water only; avoid detergent to preserve seasoning.
• Not suitable for deep frying or tempura.
• Acidic or astringent foods may cause discoloration (harmless).
• Blackish residue may appear on the surface (harmless iron particles).
• Small hairlines on the lid or slight wobbling may occur; not defects.
• Slight misalignment or joining marks on the handle are part of normal production.
• Only items meeting both manufacturer and in-house inspection standards are shipped.