Talk Show: Discussing Tsubame's Cooking Tools Through Design

About this event

Held on Sunday, November 22, 2026, at the Tsubame Industrial Materials Museum in Niigata Prefecture, the talk show "Discussing Tsubame's Cooking Tools Through Design" invites Mr. Yuta Iida, Representative Director and President of Iida Co., Ltd. and an evangelist of cooking utensils, to delve deeply into the design of Tsubame's cookware. As the 6th-generation head of "Iidaya," a venerable specialty cooking tool shop founded in 1912, Mr. Iida is active across various media and possesses deep affection and knowledge regarding culinary tools. Drawing on his extensive experience and expertise, this talk show explores the design secrets and appeal of cooking utensils nurtured in Tsubame. Participation is free, but a separate museum admission fee is required. Capacity is limited to 60 people with priority given to reservations, so early application is recommended for those wishing to attend. Doors open at 13:15, and the event starts at 14:00. Unauthorized photography, video recording, and audio recording are strictly prohibited during the event. Please note that some museum exhibits may not be viewable due to the event.

Venue

Tsubame Industrial Materials Museum

4330-1 Omagari, Tsubame, Niigata 959-1263