Why do the Japanese choose a thermopot rather than a kettle?

Do you boil water often? I think the majority will give a positive answer to this question. Boiling water is needed not only for making tea or coffee; some people only drink boiled water. They are confident that this protects health and guarantees safety from poisoning and intestinal disorders. But to the question of how you boil, the answer most likely will not be so clear-cut. Our compatriots most often use a kettle. But the residents of the Land of the Rising Sun chose a thermopot. Why? Let's try to figure it out.

Similarities and differences between a kettle and a thermopot

The main element in both devices was a spiral or heating disk. It comes in different capacities, and the boiling time of the water depends on it. Then the differences begin.

Kettle

It boils quickly, you can choose a convenient container from 0.5 to 3 liters, and move the kettle with boiling water to another room. The water holds the temperature for only a few minutes, then it begins to cool. After 20-30 minutes the temperature returns to room temperature. It is indispensable for quickly heating two or three cups of coffee or tea, brewing a bag of porridge or noodles.

Important! It takes 2-3 minutes to get boiling water in a kettle.

The design of the device can be very diverse, from classic to modern. This mainly concerns the colors and decorative design of the case. It can be metal, plastic, glass.The shape remains ergonomic.

Features of teapots:

• fast heating;
• convenient volume;
• mobility;
• aesthetics;
• large selection of models.

Many people in the morning prefer to press the kettle button: time is precious, and a 1.5-liter capacity is enough to make tea for the whole family.

Important! During operation, the body heats up quickly, so the kettle must be kept away from children.

Thermopot

This is a more solid household appliance, and this is manifested in everything from the capacity to the set of functions.

Reference! The thermopot is designed for a volume of 3 to 8 liters and maintains the set temperature throughout the day. Its body works like a thermos, and the outer walls do not heat up and, accordingly, do not burn.

The first boil lasts a long time, from 15 minutes to half an hour. But then the device keeps the standard level at 70° and heats it to boiling water in a few seconds. As a result, it is much more economical than a kettle in terms of overall energy consumption.

Important! A number of sensors regulate the operation of the thermopot, blocking switching on if there is no water in the tank. The device has a timer and a dispenser for a single portion of liquid.

The cost of a thermopot is much higher than a kettle. The price starts from 800 rubles. and reaches several thousand, depending on the capacity and number of additional functions of the device.

Not everyone is happy with the heavy weight and dimensions of the thermopot. At home you will have to allocate a permanent place for it, and you won’t be able to carry it around the rooms. In addition, in the morning it takes an extra half hour to start it and get the first cup of tea.

Important! The experience of families who have both devices shows that it is more profitable to use a kettle on weekdays, and a thermopot on weekends and holidays, especially when receiving guests.Then a large capacity becomes a real salvation for fans of long tea parties.

Why do the Japanese prefer thermopot?

We figured out what the similarities and differences between the devices are. But they wanted to understand why the Japanese made a definite choice in favor of thermopots?

The practicality of the inhabitants of the Land of the Rising Sun is well known. And the thermopot turned out to be more profitable, which determined the choice.

Advantages

• Japanese companies and offices usually have a lot of employees, and an electric kettle simply does not have time to supply hot water to everyone, while a thermopot manages to do this without problems.
• Another very useful function lies in the ability to maintain different temperatures in two tanks, which makes it similar to a cooler.
• This device is also convenient and safe for family use. It is protected from voltage surges and children's pranks, and is economical in energy consumption.
• The kit includes a water filter that removes mechanical and chemical impurities.

The sum total is a good set of advantages that the Japanese could not ignore, sensibly assessing the benefits of using thermal sweat at work and at home.