This is a stainless steel chopstick rest in the shape of a maple leaf in gold. It is made in Tsubame Sanjo, which accounts for 90 percent of domestic production of metal tableware.It expresses the soft thinness, undulation, and curves of a maple leaf, and is designed by Kaichiro Yamada, KAICHI DESIGN, which has won…
A pair of chopstick rests by Hozan Kiln depicting weeping cherry blossoms. This set is footed and tall, giving an elegant look, and the design is also painted on the side. The cherry blossoms are beautifully rendered in shades of pink, and although small, it will make an eye-catching piece in your dining room. With…
Adding ceramic chopstick rests shaped like shells to your table is a great way to bring a refreshing feel. These accessories have an authentic texture which makes them seem like they were taken straight from nature. This particular type of pattern is created through the method known as “Fukizumi” (spraying ink). It involves using water-soluble…
This elegant chopstick rest is adorned with delicate gold leaf, adding a touch of luxury to your table setting. It is crafted using the kinsai technique, in which a transparent glaze is applied over gold leaf before firing. This method ensures that the gold leaf remains intact and retains its brilliance over time. The result…
Enjoy eating with this hand coated Echizen Lacquerware spoon. It is divided into a glossy red part and a naturally finished part with the grain of the wood, accented with black lines. The smooth feel of real lacquer fits comfortably in the hand, and its light weight and ease of use make it easy to…
Embrace the ethereal beauty of the moon with these exquisitely hand-painted chopsticks from Matsukan’s Crystal series. Set alongside are two Hasami ware chopstick rests in pale yellow and soft pink. Featuring shimmering full moons that float on a cosmic black canvas, the Gold Moon set radiates a tranquil yet mystical aura. The Pink Moon set…
The image of the delicate camellia flower is vividly captured on these chopstick rests from Tosen Kiln. Camellia flowers, passionately adored by Taniguchi, reflect the serene beauty and tradition of Kyoto. The intricate blend of dark and light green shades of the leaves beautifully contrasts the white and red glossy petals that sit upon…
These chopsticks from Matsukan’s Sound of the Sea series are fully coated in lacquer, showcasing the raden technique, where shimmering mother-of-pearl is embedded into the surface. The accompanying chopstick rests are crafted using a seashell-shaped mold originally used to make rakugan, a traditional Japanese confectionery. After an initial ten layers of natural lacquer, shell inlays…
This is a fruit fork from the “MODERN WABI SABI” series, characterized by a fusion of traditional and stylish ambiance. It is crafted in Tsubame-Sanjo, a region that accounts for 90% of domestic metal utensil production in Japan. This elegant and high-quality cutlery is designed by Yuka Nishida, a ceramic artist from Arita ware. The…
This gorgeous chopstick case is decorated with a summer festival motif. The ideal chopstick length is 23.5 cm (9.3 in), but the case provides enough space to securely wrap chopsticks up to 24 cm (9.4 in) in length, including the tips. A cap for the chopstick tip is included for hygienic use. The chopstick case…
This gift set includes chopsticks lavishly decorated with a cherry blossom pattern and chopstick rests in the shape of hagoita, Japanese wooden paddles, with an auspicious rabbit design. Cherry blossoms, or sakura, have long been beloved in Japan and the impressive sight of them in full bloom has come to symbolize prosperity and abundance. Smooth…
This is a stainless steel chopstick rest in the shape of a maple leaf in silver. It is made in Tsubame Sanjo, which accounts for 90 percent of domestic production of metal tableware.It expresses the soft thinness, undulation, and curves of a maple leaf, and is designed by Kaichiro Yamada, KAICHI DESIGN, which has won…