Barista Notes - Western Japan

We asked coffee shops from around the world about their impressions of the POUR OVER KETTLE.
Yasuhiro Iwata | otomoni coffee
MATSUSAKA, MIE

otomoni coffee

Yasuhiro Iwata

www.otomoni.com

“There is no excess in the design and I like its quiet presence. The hinged lid makes it easy to pour water into the kettle. Knowing that the lid won't fall off, I can also feel at ease. Even when there is not a lot of water inside the kettle, it is easy to control the flow. I think the handle is very well made, accommodating various ways of holding and it doesn't get hot."

AyakaOkuno | KURASU
KYOTO, KYOTO

KURASU

AyakaOkuno

kurasu.kyoto/

“There were not many kettles that fit my fingers, but this kettle was easy to hold from the beginning and controlling the pour was easy. The lid that can be opened and closed with one hand is a great feature, especially in an environment like a coffee stand where we have to continue pouring hot water. The kettle blends in naturally into our shop interior. We have various equipments from all over Japan in store, but this kettle surely stands out.”

Hironori Chihara | HIBI COFFEE
KYOTO, KYOTO

HIBI COFFEE

Hironori Chihara

hibicoffee.strikingly.com

“My first impression was that it is a cool, stylish design. I was surprised by how the handle fit my fingers. I was also impressed how this kettle resolved the problem of the falling lid that always troubled me when pouring. Since starting to use this kettle, I notice that a lot of customers are more attracted and attentive to the brewing process.”

Koji Ida | ROKUMEI COFFEE CO.
NARA, NARA

Koji Ida

rokumei.coffee

“It fits comfortably in my hands and is pleasant to hold. The water drips down straight and pouring is very easy. I really like the design with its dignified look. I don't have to worry about the lid falling off when pouring, which is another great feature.”

Tomoko Yamamoto | specialty coffee Unir
KYOTO, KYOTO

specialty coffee Unir

Tomoko Yamamoto

www.unir-coffee.com

“It is a stylish design that would look great in your kitchen. It feels light even when you put hot water in it, and is friendly to use. The thickness of the handle allows a nice grip and the material makes it difficult for my hand to slip. I do not feel any stress about the flow of the water and could concentrate on my brewing. I can highly recommend to a wide range of customers.”

Hideyuki Taoka | TAOCA COFFEE
NISHINOMIYA, HYOGO

Hideyuki Taoka

www.taoca.jp

“The kettle is very stylish yet somewhat nostalgic in its shape. It integrates well into all kinds of interior spaces. Fine details make this kettle stress-free to use; the handle fits comfortably, the distance between the handle and the lid is perfect, and it is light weight. It is versatile, and I recommend it for both home and cafe use.”

Jinko Kamiya | THE ROASTERS
WAKAYAMA, WAKAYAMA

Jinko Kamiya

www.theroasters.jp

“The shape is beautiful and comforting yet new. The hinged lid is easy to open and close with a light push of my thumb. The lid helps to maintain the temperature of the water inside the kettle as well. The angle of the handle is just right, allowing me to easily control the flow of water. Overall, it is very well-made.”

Yosuke Yamane | AND COFFEE ROASTERS
KUMAMOTO, KUMAMOTO

AND COFFEE ROASTERS

Yosuke Yamane

www.andcoffeeroasters.com/

“Baristas need to control the water flow depending on the type and aging of the coffee bean. To control the brew time, the skill of the barista is certainly important but so is the brewing equipment. This kettle makes controlling effortless and keeps the taste of filter coffee stable.”