Ceramic - Set of 5 Vintage Kiyomizu-yaki Chopstick Rests

Featuring a rich and glossy glaze with delicate details, these handmade ceramic Koi chopstick rests are representative of traditional mid-century Kiyomizu-yaki craftsmanship. A period when many talented artisans with workshops in the vicinity of Kiyomizu-dera temple in Kyoto produced functional and decorative pieces for local homes and regional markets.

Known in Japanese as nishikigoi, the Koi symbolises qualities of perseverance, resilience and good fortune.

If you like tucking into Japanese or Chinese food, these Koi chopstick rests will add a touch of authenticity to your dining experience.

Dimensions: 5cm length, 2.5cm width

Product Story

"Konichiwa", the staff behind the desk at Aomori's ferry terminal greet us with typical Japanese alacrity. It's 7 a.m. and we feel utterly exhausted. Having driven over 700km from Tokyo's Narita airport over the past couple of days to make it this far, it is perhaps inevitable.