Have we been thinking of the kitchen simply as a place for cooking? Traditional kitchens often have clearly separated spaces, tending to divide people into distinct roles of cook and diner.

Panasonic's "Irori Dining" is a system kitchen that blurs the lines between kitchen and dining area, expanding its use beyond just a place for cooking to become a "gathering place for people" where communication can flourish.

With conventional kitchens, work could only be done by going over to the sink or stovetop. However, "Irori Dining" is designed so that people can directly participate in tasks from the dining side as well, allowing cooking and cleanup to proceed simultaneously. Communication naturally arises through this process.

Furthermore, "Irori Dining" is equipped with advanced features to facilitate smooth communication.



Round Access Sink
A sink designed for easier collaborative work among multiple people.
While compact in width, its depth is increased, making it easy to use from any of the three sides.



Counter-Facing Multi-Wide IH
An IH cooking heater that allows simultaneous cooking from opposite sides of the kitchen.
What enables counter-facing cooking are the touch panels on both sides for operating the IH heating power and other functions. The frameless, flat design from the IH to the counter provides ample workspace and is also a breeze to wipe clean.
Additionally, it can heat or keep up to four pots warm simultaneously, so if you keep prepared dishes warm, you can enjoy your meal piping hot.



Full Auto Open Dishwasher
A dishwasher with a full auto-open function that opens automatically with two knocks on the door. Its excellent functionality, crucial for frequent use, brings a subtle sense of satisfaction to daily life. The sliding upper basket offers flexibility in loading dishes, allowing for various arrangements based on size. With a new nozzle, its cleaning power is also outstanding.

Downlight with Speaker
Enjoy high-quality sound from the ceiling. It's convenient to play music easily by connecting via Bluetooth® from your smartphone. It also pairs perfectly with the Silent Slim Hood.

The era of pursuing high performance in "things" is over. What's important now is the "experience" that products can offer. So, what about "Irori Dining"?

Next, we will delve into the essence of "Irori Dining" through a session with space designer Koichi Futatsumata and Panasonic's development project representatives.