Tetu Two Hand Pan

Description

I am a Tetu Two Hand Pan. Wide, steady, and made for the long haul. From baked pastas to roasted roots, I bring cast iron comfort to the center of the table.

Curator’s Notes

Makoto Koizumi’s Tetu Cookware series, featuring the Two Hand Pan, One Hand Pan 14cm, and One Hand Pan 20cm, embodies his deep commitment to designing with process in mind. His approach is never just about aesthetics. It starts with an understanding of how things are made, who is making them, and what the material can truly offer. With cast iron, every decision matters. The thickness of the walls, the length and angle of the handles, the balance in the hand, the way heat moves and lingers… all of these choices are visible in the final object, and Koizumi-san considers each one carefully.

Working closely with skilled ironworkers, he creates designs that are grounded in real use. The Two Hand Pan has a generous surface area, ideal for family-sized meals or oven-to-table dishes like baked pastas or roasted vegetables. The One Hand Pan 14cm is compact and nimble, perfect for frying a single egg, toasting spices, or preparing a small side. The One Hand Pan 20cm adds more flexibility, great for searing, sautéing, or cooking for two. Together, they form a considered set, each size serving a clear role in everyday cooking.

Tetu Two Hand Pan was curated by Stevenson Aung

Designer/Maker

Maker: Tetu

Designer: Makoto Koizumi

Specifications

Dimensions: 11.7″ (w) x 11.7″ (d) x 1.9″ (h) or 297mm (w) x 297mm (d) x 47mm (h)

Weight: 8.6 lbs or 3.9 kg

Materials: Cast Iron

Details

• Made in Osaka, Japan
• Cast in a traditional sand mold
• Approximately 4mm thick for optimal heat distribution
• Excellent heat retention for even, well-cooked meals
• Gently flared rim makes pouring sauces, soups, and liquids easier
• Oven safe and highly durable
• Compatible with gas and induction stovetops
• Requires seasoning before first use
• After use, wash with hot water only and dry thoroughly
• To prevent rust, dry completely using stovetop heat or a warm oven
• Avoid soaking in water for extended periods
• Full capacity approximately 2L