Product Design

SETSU SUZU: One Pivot, Two Tools — Titanium Fork & Spoon

A fork and a spoon joined at a single titanium pivot. Twist them open for dinner, fold them back to 130 mm.

¥93,500

pledged of ¥100,000 goal

12 backers

32 days to go

6 reward tiers

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About This Project

KARUMI HANE is a folding titanium fork‑and‑spoon created by Tokyo‑based studio VESPER, machined from pure titanium and finished with a sand‑blasted or anodized surface. Each unit is laser‑engraved with the VESPER logo, model name and a unique serial number, and comes with food‑contact safety certification (FDA/EU/LFGB). The project works with a long‑term manufacturing partner, using a sample‑first QC protocol to ensure quality before mass production, with an estimated delivery of June 2027. AI tools were used only for page layout visuals and English‑language polish, while the product concept, design and manufacturing specs were fully human‑led.

Key Highlights

 ▸ Made of pure titanium with FDA/EU/LFGB food‑contact certification, corrosion‑resistant and safe for everyday eating. 

 ▸ Folding fork‑and‑spoon design: 18 cm open, 13 cm folded, only 29 g, fits easily in a pocket or pack. 

 ▸ Each unit features a unique laser‑engraved logo, model name and serial number, plus exclusive sand‑blasted or anodized finish. 

Technical Specs

Spec	Details
Material	Pure titanium
Weight	29 g
Length (open)	18 cm
Length (folded)	13 cm
Food‑contact certification	FDA / EU 1935/2004 / LFGB‑aligned
Estimated delivery	June 2027
Planned retail price	$73 (¥11,700)
Finish options	Sandblasted or anodized
Engraving	Logo, model name, serial number

Reward Tiers

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Support

JPY1

~$1 USD

Pledge ¥1 (about $1) with no reward – support the project because you believe in it.

11 backers

SUPER EARLY BIRD — SETSU SUZU

JPY7,100

~$45 USD

¥7,100 (~$45) for one SETSU SUZU titanium fork‑spoon set (39% off retail). Includes 1× set, shipping extra, estimated delivery June 2027.

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EARLY BIRD — SETSU SUZU

JPY7,700

~$49 USD

¥7,700 (~$49) for one SETSU SUZU set (34% off retail). Includes 1× set, shipping extra, estimated delivery June 2027.

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KICKSTARTER SP — SETSU SUZU

JPY8,200

~$52 USD

¥8,200 (~$52) for one SETSU SUZU set (30% off retail). Includes 1× set, shipping extra, estimated delivery June 2027.

1 backers

DUO — SETSU SUZU × 2

JPY15,400

~$98 USD

¥15,400 (~$98) for two SETSU SUZU sets (34% off retail). Includes 2× sets in one parcel, shipping extra, estimated delivery June 2027.

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TRIO — SETSU SUZU × 3

JPY21,900

~$139 USD

¥21,900 (~$139) for three SETSU SUZU sets (38% off retail). Includes 3× sets in one parcel, shipping extra, estimated delivery June 2027.

Risks & Challenges

The project relies on a single long‑term manufacturing partner; delays in sample approval, finishing (sandblast/anodize), engraving, production, QC or global fulfillment could shift the June 2027 delivery date. The team mitigates this with a sample‑first protocol and promises regular, honest updates if any slip occurs.