Asanoha Pattern Chopstick Rest

This is a Mino ware chopstick rest.

This elegant Minoyaki chopstick rest features the traditional asanoha (hemp leaf) pattern, symbolizing growth and resilience in Japanese culture.
Its round, gently curved shape keeps chopsticks in place while adding a refined, artisanal charm to any dining table.
A perfect balance of practicality and beauty, ideal for both everyday meals and special occasions.

Please note that the appearance and texture may vary slightly from piece to piece. Thank you for your understanding.

Mino ware originated during the Momoyama period, alongside the rise of the tea ceremony, and is primarily produced in Toki City, Gifu Prefecture. It was particularly loved by tea masters during the birth of Japan’s wabi-sabi culture. Notable types of Mino ware include the refined pale yellow Kizeto, the glossy jet-black Setoguro, the soft milky-white Shino ware, and the uniquely green-patterned Oribe ware. Today, Mino ware accounts for more than half of all porcelain tableware produced in Japan.