Blue Abalone Shell-Inlayed Rabbit Chopsticks

These are children's chopsticks made of natural wood and lacquer. The top part of the chopsticks is a deep navy color and is adorned with a gleaming rabbit motif made of natural abalone shell. Three gold rings accentuate the transition into the rich brown color of the lacquered wood.

The size is suitable for children in the upper grades of elementary school. They are comfortable to hold and easy to use, highly recommended for daily use. As the tips are square, it's easy to pick up noodles, beans, and much more.

With their warmth and playful design, they are a wonderful way to instill a sense of tasteful elegance from an early age.

Ishida

Ishida has been crafting Wakasa lacquerware, a traditional art of Obama in Fukui Prefecture, since the early Edo period (1603–1868 CE). With over eighty years of experience, Ishida continues to honor this rich tradition.

By focusing on materials, design, and texture, they create chopsticks that are both beautiful and functional. Rooted in skilled craftsmanship, Ishida has also developed advanced machinery to produce chopsticks of high quality while remaining cost-effective. Their products harmonize tradition and innovation along with warmth and precision.

Wakasa lacquerware is one of the foremost production centers for lacquered chopsticks.
Wakasa lacquered chopsticks are traditional Japanese lacquered wood chopsticks from Obama City, Fukui Prefecture, with a history of about 400 years. It currently accounts for more than 80% of the national share of domestically produced lacquered chopsticks.They are characterized by their unique three-dimensional patterns created by applying layers of colored lacquer made from seashells and eggshells. It is sometimes called "jewel lacquering" because the pattern, which represents the ocean floor, has a noble glow.