TL;DR
TL;DR
- Yes, a real Tom and Jerry Kettle exists. The traceable commercial model is Peanut Club S05TJ-001YL, a yellow 1-liter electric kettle made for the Japanese market.
- Some of the much more dramatic glass and character-shaped designs online are concept pieces. At least one well-known design page says so plainly.
- The genuine kettle is rated at 100V and 800W, which matters if you live in the U.S. or Canada.
- Buy it because you love Tom and Jerry, not because it beats a modern 120V kettle on speed, capacity, or features.
So, Is the Tom and Jerry Kettle Actually Real?
Yes. There is a genuine commercial Tom and Jerry Kettle, and you can identify it far more reliably than by looking at a cute product photo.
The model I could trace is made by Peanut Club and carries model number S05TJ-001YL. ASKUL lists the same product under JAN code 4589917658833, with a 1-liter capacity, 100V rating, 50/60Hz frequency, and 800W power use. ASKUL product page
That gives you three details worth saving before you shop:
- Peanut Club
- S05TJ-001YL
- JAN 4589917658833
If a seller cannot tell you which model they are selling, I would not treat a Tom and Jerry picture as proof.
The traceable Peanut Club kettle is also much simpler than some of the versions floating around online. It is a conventional yellow electric kettle with Tom and Jerry artwork, rather than a clear sculpted body shaped like one of the characters.
That difference is where most of the confusion begins.
Why Do Some Tom and Jerry Kettles Online Look Completely Different?
Because the phrase Tom and Jerry Kettle is being used online for both a real appliance and imaginative design concepts.
One of the clearest examples is LuxArts. Its page shows an elaborate Tom and Jerry-inspired kettle, but the page itself says the design is fictional and not commercially produced. LuxArts concept page
That does not mean every unusual Tom and Jerry appliance you see is automatically fake.
It means you should stop treating the picture as evidence.
A product-looking page may be:
- an actual retailer listing
- an old or discontinued product
- a reseller listing
- a design study
- an AI-assisted concept
- a fan-made idea
- a page describing something that was never manufactured
The safest question is not, “Does this look real?”
Ask:
“Who made it, what is the model number, and where are the actual specifications?”
That small change can save you a lot of frustration.
How Can You Tell if a Tom and Jerry Kettle Listing Is Legitimate?
Start with details a seller should be able to verify.
For the Peanut Club model, look for:
- manufacturer: Peanut Club
- model: S05TJ-001YL
- JAN: 4589917658833
- rated voltage: 100V
- rated frequency: 50/60Hz
- rated power: 800W
- maximum capacity: 1 liter
Those details appear across current Japanese listings for the same product.
I would slow down if a listing has:
- no manufacturer
- no model number
- no voltage
- no wattage
- no capacity
- no clear condition
- dramatic feature claims with no technical details
- no return policy
- no way to confirm the electrical label
A reseller does not need a fancy page.
It does need enough information for you to know what you are buying.
[CALLOUT: Match the model before you match the design. S05TJ-001YL tells you far more than a viral kettle picture.]
What Does the Genuine Tom and Jerry Kettle Actually Do?
The genuine Peanut Club kettle is fairly basic, which is not necessarily a bad thing. It boils water in a compact 1-liter appliance and adds Tom and Jerry artwork to an otherwise familiar kettle shape.
Here are the details that current listings support:
| Feature | Peanut Club S05TJ-001YL | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1 liter | Better for smaller batches |
| Voltage | 100V | Designed for the Japanese market |
| Frequency | 50/60Hz | Works across Japan’s two frequency regions |
| Power | 800W | Lower-powered than some North American kettles |
| Material | PP + nylon | Lightweight plastic body |
| Auto shutoff | Listed | Switches off after boiling |
| Water window | Listed | Makes the fill level easier to see |
| Filter | Listed | Positioned near the pouring area |
| Boiling lamp | Listed | Simple operating indicator |
| Cord | About 70 cm | Fairly compact counter setup |
ASKUL records the body at 198 × 180 × 140 mm and also gives an approximate specification of 20 × 19 × 13 cm. Other retailer listings use roughly 18 × 20 × 13 cm, so I would treat the measurements as approximate rather than pretend every seller measures the body in exactly the same way.
How fast does it boil?
Retailer listings estimate roughly:
- 400 ml: about 3 minutes 30 seconds
- 1 liter: about 8 minutes
Those are seller-listed estimates, not Family Haven Studio test results.
Eight minutes for a full kettle is one of the first clues that this is not a performance-first appliance.
You are paying for the Tom and Jerry part too.
Does the Real Tom and Jerry Kettle Have LED Lights?
It appears to have a simple operating lamp, but that is very different from the glowing body shown in some concept designs.
Current retailer descriptions say the lamp comes on while the kettle is heating.
I could not verify the genuine S05TJ-001YL as having:
- decorative color-changing lighting
- a glowing transparent body
- sound effects
- temperature presets
- keep-warm settings
- app control
- smart-home controls
If one of those features is the reason you want the kettle, make the seller prove that the exact appliance you are buying has it.
Do not let the most exciting picture online quietly become the feature list in your head.
Can You Use a Japanese Tom and Jerry Kettle in the U.S. or Canada?
This is the part I would settle before ordering.
The genuine Tom and Jerry Kettle is rated at 100V. Japan uses 100V AC, with 50Hz in eastern Japan and 60Hz in western Japan. Japan voltage guide
The United States commonly uses 110–120V at 60Hz, with standard household receptacles supplying 120V. DOE electricity guide
Canada operates on a 120V, 60Hz supply. Canada safety guide
So there is a real voltage difference.
But the plug looks similar. Does that mean it is fine?
No.
A plug physically fitting into a socket does not prove that the appliance was designed for the electrical supply behind that socket.
And a travel plug adapter does not change the voltage or frequency. Electrical Safety First makes that distinction directly.
If you are considering additional conversion equipment, check the kettle’s rating, the equipment’s rated load, and the manufacturer’s guidance. If you are unsure about using a 100V heating appliance on your local supply, ask the manufacturer or a qualified electrical professional before plugging it in.
That may sound less exciting than opening the box and making tea immediately.
It is also the sensible order.
Is a 1-Liter Kettle Big Enough?
For one or two people, it can be.
One liter is enough for things such as:
- a couple of large mugs of tea
- instant coffee
- hot chocolate
- instant noodles
- a small French press
If your household regularly needs hot water for three or four people at once, 1 liter can become irritating.
You may end up boiling twice.
That is where I would ask one simple question:
Are you buying a kettle that happens to have Tom and Jerry on it, or Tom and Jerry merchandise that happens to boil water?
Those are not the same purchase.
If you want a fun character appliance and normally make small batches, the limitations may barely bother you.
If you want speed, larger capacity, temperature control, and easy local support, the Tom and Jerry artwork has to work much harder to justify the compromises.
Is the Tom and Jerry Kettle Worth Buying?
For the right person, yes.
I think it makes sense if:
- you genuinely love Tom and Jerry
- character kitchenware makes you happy
- you normally boil smaller amounts
- you understand that it is a Japanese-market appliance
- you are willing to sort out electrical suitability before use
- you see it partly as merchandise rather than purely as kitchen equipment
I would skip it if:
- you need fast full-kettle boiling every morning
- you want more than 1 liter
- you want tea temperature presets
- you want a keep-warm setting
- you want straightforward local warranty support
- you do not want extra questions around imported electrical equipment
That is not a criticism of the kettle.
It is simply a better way to judge what you are getting.
How Does It Compare With a Modern 120V Kettle?
A modern North American kettle can make the trade-off easier to see.
Cuisinart’s current PerfecTemp CPK-17P1 has a 1.7-liter capacity, 1500W heating, six preset temperatures, a 30-minute keep-warm setting, auto shutoff, and boil-dry protection. Cuisinart product page
That does not mean everyone should buy the Cuisinart instead.
It means the products are solving different problems.
| Priority | Peanut Club Tom & Jerry | Modern 120V Kettle |
|---|---|---|
| Character appeal | Strong | Usually low |
| Nostalgia | Strong | Low |
| Capacity | 1L | Often larger |
| Power | 800W | Can be much higher |
| Temperature presets | Not verified | Common on upgraded models |
| Local electrical fit | Japanese 100V | Designed for local supply |
| Main reason to buy | Tom and Jerry | Everyday kettle performance |
If your first thought is, “But the regular kettle is boring,” you already know which side of the decision matters more to you.
Are There Character Kettles Made for 120V?
Yes, although the products and formats differ.
Zojirushi’s Hello Kitty Micom Water Boiler & Warmer is one useful comparison because it combines character branding with a 120V electrical rating. It holds 3 liters, runs at 700W, and has four temperature settings. Zojirushi product page
It is not a direct substitute for the Tom and Jerry Kettle.
It simply shows that buying a character appliance does not always mean giving up local electrical compatibility or added hot-water features.
So if you love character kitchenware but do not specifically need Tom and Jerry, it may be worth widening the search.
Where Can You Buy the Genuine Tom and Jerry Kettle?
This is where the situation gets messy.
ASKUL still has a detailed page for the genuine S05TJ-001YL but currently says sales are stopped because of manufacturer circumstances.
Current Yahoo listings for the exact model also show no stock.
Rakuten, however, still surfaces listings for S05TJ-001YL, including one that identifies the item as new.
So I would describe current availability as:
patchy, seller-dependent, and worth checking again immediately before you pay.
Search this, not just “Tom and Jerry kettle”
Use:
S05TJ-001YL
Then cross-check:
4589917658833
That is a much cleaner way to find the actual model.
What about Amazon USA?
I could not verify a current Amazon.com USA product-detail listing for the genuine S05TJ-001YL during this research pass.
I would rather leave Amazon out than send you to a broad character search and pretend the products are interchangeable.
Would It Make a Good Gift?
Yes, but only if you think about the recipient’s location.
For someone in Japan who can use the kettle as intended, it could be a lovely gift for a Tom and Jerry fan.
For someone in the U.S. or Canada, I would not hand over a Japanese 100V heating appliance without explaining the voltage issue first.
If you want the same nostalgic feeling without that complication, a locally rated kettle plus a Tom and Jerry mug or tea accessory may be the easier gift.
You still get the fun part.
You just skip the electrical homework.
Is the Tom and Jerry Kettle Collectible?
It has collector appeal, but I would not call it an investment.
It has:
- a traceable model number
- identifiable manufacturer
- Tom and Jerry branding
- functional use
- limited-looking current availability
Those things may make it appealing to collectors.
They do not prove that its resale price will rise.
If you buy one because collecting matters to you, keep:
- the box
- instructions
- inserts
- receipts
- original accessories
Buy it because you enjoy it.
Future value is a bonus if it happens, not a promise.
How Would I Style It Without Making the Kitchen Look Like a Cartoon Shop?
Keep the kettle as the main playful piece.
Instead of repeating Tom and Jerry everywhere, repeat the colors:
- warm yellow
- cream
- soft white
- pale wood
- a little black
- one small red detail
Then add one other character item if you want it.
A mug? Cute.
A mug, tray, towel, jar, clock, toaster cover, spoon rest, canister set, and three figurines?
Jerry has moved in.
The kettle stands out more when the rest of the counter gives it some breathing room.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Tom and Jerry Kettle real?
Yes. Peanut Club model S05TJ-001YL is a real commercial electric kettle listed by Japanese retailers. It has a 1-liter capacity and is rated at 100V and 800W.
Who makes the real Tom and Jerry Kettle?
Current Japanese listings identify Peanut Club as the manufacturer.
What is the model number?
The model is S05TJ-001YL. The JAN code is 4589917658833.
Is the viral glass Tom and Jerry kettle real?
Some dramatic Tom and Jerry kettle designs online are explicitly fictional concepts. LuxArts, for example, says its design is not commercially produced. That does not prove every unusual design is fictional, so check each listing independently.
Does the real Tom and Jerry kettle light up?
Retailer listings say an operating lamp lights while the kettle is boiling. I could not verify the elaborate glowing-body effects shown on some concept designs.
How much water does it hold?
The maximum listed capacity is 1 liter.
How long does the Tom and Jerry Kettle take to boil?
Retailer estimates put 400 ml at about 3 minutes 30 seconds and a full liter at about 8 minutes. These are seller-listed estimates, not independent test results.
Can I use it in the United States?
Do not assume direct compatibility. The kettle is rated for 100V, while standard U.S. household power is 120V. A matching plug shape does not settle the voltage question.
Can I use it in Canada?
The same caution applies. Canada uses 120V at 60Hz, while the kettle is rated at 100V. A travel adapter does not convert the voltage.
Can I buy the genuine Tom and Jerry Kettle on Amazon USA?
I could not verify a current Amazon.com USA listing for the genuine Peanut Club S05TJ-001YL during this research pass.
Is the Tom and Jerry Kettle worth it?
It is worth considering if the Tom and Jerry design is the main reason you want it and you are comfortable dealing with the Japanese 100V rating.
If you mainly care about larger capacity, speed, temperature control, and easy local support, a modern locally rated kettle makes more sense.
Should You Buy the Tom and Jerry Kettle?
The Tom and Jerry Kettle is real, but the real buying question is not nearly as simple as the viral pictures make it look.
The genuine Peanut Club S05TJ-001YL is a small, basic Japanese kettle with a huge dose of nostalgia. That is its appeal. It does not need to beat every 1500W kettle on features to make the right fan smile.
Just keep the order sensible.
Check the model. Check the seller. Check the 100V rating. Then decide how much the Tom and Jerry part is worth to you.
If you still want it after that, you are buying it for the right reason.
