These ribbon-shaped chopstick rests (5 pieces) are made of wild cherry bark and knotted with a single piece of cherry bark. The marquetry gives an elegant atmosphere. Recommended for those who want to casually incorporate craftwork into their daily dining. This popular product is also used in many restaurants. The cherry trees used for Akita…
The motif of this Japanese chopstick rest is a cat waiting patiently in front of fish. “Mate” means “stay” in English. When you place the chopsticks on it, it looks as if it is watching over them. From the side or behind, this chopstick rest looks adorable from any angle. The indigo color looks great on…
Create an eye-catching addition to your dining room with this set of five chopstick rests. Each one is crafted in the shape of petals and features an ornate design depicting seasonal flowers, from dianthus to pampas grass. The soft pearl hue gives an air of elegance. Although small, it will make an eye-catching piece in…
A set of 2 chopstick rests made by Yatsuyanagi, a cherry bark work manufacturerfrom Akita Prefecture. This elegant chopstick rests has a shape of cherry petals, with a decoration of petal motif made of white wood bark on top of cherry bark work. Although small in size, it fully conveys the charm of Akita cherry…
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…
These beautiful chopsticks are made of ebony, a famous wood with a sense of luxury and dignity. Ebony has become increasingly rare over the years, and its use as a material for chopsticks is decreasing. The grain of the wood has been preserved, making the best use of the material’s texture. The chopsticks are 23.5…
This is a unique gourd-shaped chopstick rest set by Hozan Kiln of Kyo ware. The gourd shape, which spreads out at the bottom, has been considered a good luck charm for warding off disasters and bringing in happiness since ancient times in Japan. Furthermore, the net pattern is a motif commonly used in Japanese tableware,…
The image of graceful weeping sakura, cherry blossoms, of Gion, Kyoto is depicted on these chopstick rests from Tosen Kiln. Weeping cherry blossoms are one of the representative flowers of Kyoto, and express Kyoto’s unique atmosphere. The pink and pale green of the cherry blossoms beautifully decorate the yellowish cream white color of the Kiyomizu ware…
These triangular cut watermelon chopstick rests are the perfect addition to your dining table. The vivid colors and clear transparency will impart a feeling of natural freshness to your mealtime decor. Only the watermelon in the middle has the bite marks, making it a good design for placing chopsticks. Perfect for summer dining tables and embodying all…
This set of three pairs of chopsticks, each held together by awaji knot motif mizuhiki, exudes a festive and sophisticated impression. Made of Yoshino cedar, they are light, easy to hold, and can be washed and reused multiple times. They are also thin at both ends, so you can pick up food on either side. The…
A set of spoon and spoon rest features a hand-painted arabesque pattern, one of the representative motifs of Tobe ware. The shade of indigo gives a sense of modern taste. You can feel the warmth of hand-painting from the patterns using nature motifs. It makes a perfect combination with noodle bowls from Tobe ware, which…
These chopsticks from Matsukan’s Sound of the Sea series are crafted using the raden technique, where intricate cuts of mother-of-pearl are embedded into the lacquer. Lightweight and easy to hold, their tips are finished with a non-slip surface. The chopstick rests are made with a seashell-shaped mold originally used for rakugan, a traditional Japanese confectionery. The…