Bringing a little joy to your daily life This is a bear-shaped chopstick rest that stands quietly. Its cute, round form will make you say, 'It's so cute! When you touch it, the matte surface feels smooth and pleasantly moist. The gentle ivory color is versatile and pairs well with any type of pottery.Although small, it has a noticeable presence and will brighten up your dining table. A Charming Addition to Your Table Perfect not only as a chopstick rest but also as a cutlery rest for small spoons and forks.When not in use, it also makes a lovely decorative piece for your home. Chopstick rests are an excellent way to effortlessly change the atmosphere of your dining table.This piece would also make a thoughtful small gift. Size Diameter approx. 4.2-4.4×1.8cmHeight approx. 1.2cm Weight Approx. 10g Material Ceramics MicrowaveDishwasher Microwave ×Dishwasher × Direct heatOven Direct heat ×Oven × Kiln manufacturer's recommended maintenance ・If you soak it in water for a while before use, it will prevent stains from getting in. ・After using the container, wash it as soon as possible, dry it thoroughly, and store it in a dry place. Insufficient drying may cause mold and odors. - For stains such as tea stains, please use commercially available bleach and rinse thoroughly. Product characteristics/Handling precautions ・As it is handmade, there may be individual differences in color, shape, size, thickness, etc. ・There may be pinholes, and the pattern and color may differ. ・Recommended for those who want to enjoy the warm texture that is unique to handmade products, each with a different look. ・Prices may be reviewed or revised depending on the artist or pottery. Things you should know before purchasing What creates the expression of pottery are spots, scratches, unevenness in the glaze, shading, and bending of the shape that cannot be seen in mass-produced products. The charm of handmade pottery is that it may have pinholes, intrusions, distortions, etc., and is not perfectly arranged, but each one is slightly different in color, size, and shape, and no two are exactly the same. Please enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime encounter as these are the unique characteristics of handmade pottery. [Individual differences] Because each item is handmade, there may be individual differences in shape, size, thickness, etc. [Uneven color/uneven baking] The glaze is carefully applied by hand, so the glaze may not be applied evenly. During firing, the temperature varies depending on the location of the kiln, resulting in uneven firing. [Other notes] 〇There may be noticeable black spots that occur during firing. 〇Products that have passed inspection by the pottery and artist are inspected again and delivered to the customer. About series development ■Others, list page. Please find your favorite. Shigaraki ware list page Shigaraki ware This ceramic is produced around Shigaraki-cho, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture, and is one of the six oldest kilns in Japan. The rustic texture of the earth is appealing, making full use of the richness of nature. Because they use strong china clay, they are good at making large pottery like raccoon dog ornaments.
