The Takahiro kettle is dubbed the "Rolls Royce of pouring kettles" by the well known California based specialty coffee roaster Blue Bottle Coffee. It's no surprise the Takahiro kettle has a cult following around the world despite the steep price tag.

The graceful, swan's-neck spout is said to offer the perfect, responsive flow of water required for the preparation of a top-class filter coffee. Notice how the lip of the spout is uniquely shaped, providing the exact precision needed for a perfect-pour.