Sori Yanagi Stainless Steel Tongs

Beautifully shaped tongue that is perfect size for serving.

Definitely made in Japan (it's etched on the tongs). I use mine to cook steak in the kitchen mostly. The same tongs with teeth might be better, but I think these are the best tongs I have for it right now. The simple no-hinge design really helps to keep them clean. The metal is nice and heavy - not flimsy.

I first discovered these on Amy Sedaris’ gift idea list on New York Magazine’s The Strategist website. I’ve now purchased three of these tongs—two without holes and one with. They’re very attractive, and I love them for serving food (especially on a buffet table). There are better choices—longer grippier, and more maneuverable—for cooking, however. But none of those are as attractive as these for serving.

These are so fun to use they make regular American-type tongs boring.

Classy, modern and well designed. Also extremely functional. Love it.

was looking for cooking tongs. these are cumbersome & not great for cooking.

Perfect weight and balance. Lovely to look at. Delightful to hold. Matches my Yanagi flatware

These are just beautiful tongs. If you plan to pick up something extremely thin, the part that touches is at the top edge. It might be most useful if they met along the front or lower edge. They are extremely aesthetically pleasing.