Gold Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver] Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver]
Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver] Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver]
Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver] Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver]
Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver] Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver]
Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver] Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver]
Silver Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver] Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver]

Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest [Gold/Silver]

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Single Porcelain Chopstick Rest • 5 x 4 cm (2" x 1.6") • Made in Japan
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Color: Gold
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Set the Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest beside your tea set to cradle chopsticks with careful elegance. Its porcelain surface holds the iconic hemp leaf design, a symbol of protection, ensuring your dining experience feels grounded and intentional. As you finish your meal, the rest supports your chopsticks, embodying both tradition and functionality. Each placement invites a moment of mindfulness, reinforcing the ritual of your dining table.

Why You’ll Love It

    • Adorned with a protective hemp leaf motif.
    • Intricately shaped like a traditional teacup.
    • Crafted from fine porcelain, hand-painted in Japan.
    • A unique accessory for tea time elegance.
    • Measures 3 inches, perfectly sized for use.

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    Elegant Protection in Miniature – Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest in Gold or Silver

    Product Description

    Discover the elegance of the Hemp Leaf Tea Cup Chopstick Rest, a graceful fusion of cultural symbolism and refined Japanese craftsmanship. Shaped like a delicate teacup and adorned with the iconic hemp leaf pattern（麻の葉 *asa-no-ha*）, this small porcelain rest measures approximately 2 inches in width. It is more than an accessory—it’s a quiet guardian of your dining ritual.

    Since ancient times, the hemp leaf motif has been revered in Japan, believed to protect against evil and bring lasting strength. Here, it takes a new form in two exquisite finishes:

    • Gold: A warm, subtle shimmer that adds richness to your table, and
    • Silver: A calm, cool sparkle that evokes quiet sophistication.

    Handcrafted in the Mino ware tradition of Gifu Prefecture, each chopstick rest is both functional and artistic, holding your chopsticks securely while enhancing your dining experience. Its teacup shape adds charm, and its compact design allows it to blend seamlessly into casual or formal settings. To care for this piece, simply hand-wash it with mild soap and avoid harsh abrasives to maintain its beauty.

    Each chopstick rest is beautifully packaged, making it an ideal gift for collectors and those who appreciate authentic Japanese craftsmanship. Bring a piece of Japanese artistry to your dining table and indulge in moments that feel distinctly special.

    Product Information
    • Variants: Gold / Silver
    • Material: Porcelain (Mino Ware style)
    • Dimensions: Approx. 2 × 1.6 × 0.4 in (50 × 40 × 10 mm)
    • Weight: Approx. 0.5 oz (15 g)
    • Made in: Japan
    Care instructions
    • Handwash gently to preserve the metallic detailing
    • Avoid microwave and dishwasher use
    • Store carefully to prevent surface wear
    Note

    Every piece crafted by our artisans tells a unique story.
    Subtle marks, slight irregularities in shape, variations in glaze color and texture—these natural differences give each creation its own soul.
    Over time, as you use your pieces, their character deepens, becoming part of your daily life and memories.

    Mino ware · Gifu, Japan

    Mino ware: 1,300 years of ceramic innovation

    Mino ware comes from the Tono region of Gifu Prefecture, one of Japan's most important ceramic-producing areas. Over centuries, kilns in the region developed a remarkable range of styles, from restrained Shino and Oribe pieces tied to tea culture to everyday tableware for modern Japanese homes. Rather than being defined by a single look, Mino ware is known for that diversity. A ceramic tradition that has continued to evolve with the way people actually live and eat.

    1,300+ years of ceramic tradition
    Made in Gifu Tōnō ceramic region
    Remarkable diversity Shino · Oribe · Kiseto · Setoguro
    Mino ware · Gifu Prefecture · Japan

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    Learn more about Mino ware

    What is Mino ware?

    Mino ware, or Minoyaki, is the broad ceramic tradition associated with the Mino region of present-day Gifu Prefecture. Rather than describing one fixed aesthetic, the name encompasses ceramics with a wide range of forms, glazes and decorative approaches developed across the region over more than 1,300 years.

    Why is Mino ware so diverse?

    Mino developed as a large ceramic-producing region rather than around one narrowly defined style. Generations of potters experimented with different clays, firing methods, shapes and glazes, creating a tradition in which rustic tea wares, expressive glazes and practical everyday tableware can all belong to the same ceramic family.

    What are Shino and Oribe?

    Shino and Oribe are two of the best-known ceramic traditions associated with Mino. Shino is celebrated for its soft white glaze, subtle texture and often understated decoration, while Oribe is known for expressive forms and distinctive green, black and painted surfaces. Together with Kiseto and Setoguro, they are closely associated with the celebrated Momoyama-period tea ceramics of the Mino region.

    Where is Mino ware made?

    Mino ware is produced primarily in the Tōnō area of eastern Gifu Prefecture, including major ceramic centres such as Tajimi, Toki and Mizunami. The region remains one of Japan's most important centres of ceramic and tableware production today.