Perfect for special occasions or as gifts! This is a set of five chopstick rests adorned with Japanese auspicious motifs and gold leaf.
This lucky chopstick rests set is a collaboration of traditional Kutani pottery from Ishikawa Prefecture and HAKUICHI Gold Leaf. These items can also be used as calligraphy brush holders or paperweights.
The Motief of the Chopstick Rests' design
◇ Daruma ◇
A good luck charm for home safety, health, and victory prayers.◇ Fan ◇
The shape of the fan symbolizes the expansion of future prospects.◇ Gourd ◇
Not only does it invite happiness and success, but it is also used as an amulet for warding off misfortune and promoting good health.◇ Seagull ◇
The seagull is considered a symbol of victory and goal achievement, derived from the meaning "chidorii = to take a thousand."◇ Sea Bream ◇
Considered auspicious because it sounds like "medetai" (congratulations), it is a good luck charm that also symbolizes harmony with those around you.
HAKUICHI
With a history dating back to ancient civilizations, the use of gold leaf has been a revered and significant part of artistic expression and craftsmanship in Japan. Adding to variety types of gold leaf, Hakuichi's techniques and creativity produce endless possibilities of gold leaf designs. Gold leaf pasting is a technique that enjoys chance. The gold leaflet is sifted through the leaf and left to the fluctuation of the air to scatter it, creating a one-of-a-kind work in the world. Those works require skills and sensitivity, and Hakuichi has created a lot of original works so far. Since Hakuichi are the only company in Japan that has a consistent production line from gold to a gold leaf, they can make various types of metal leaves with controlled thickness. Hakuichi continues to innovate while preserving the tradition of gold leaf for the future.