Dreamy Shell Chopsticks

These chopsticks showcase the beauty of natural wood accented with glittering abalone shells. The shell decoration is one of the traditional techniques of Wakasa lacquerware.

The red chopsticks measure 21 cm (8.2 in), while the black ones are 23 cm (9 in). Choose the size that best suits your hand.

These chopsticks are dishwasher-safe and easy to clean. Available in pink and blue, each in a different size, they feature a comfortable grip and a non-slip surface for effortless handling. Perfect for daily use or as a thoughtful gift.

Ishida

Ishida has been making Wakasa-nuri for more than eighty years. Wakasa lacquerware is a traditional craft of Obama, Fukui Prefecture that has been around since the early Edo period.

​​Ishida not only preserves the tradition, but also challenges the best chopsticks by paying attention to the product from every angle such as material, design, and texture.
Using their own skilled craftsmanship as a foundation, the company has also developed their own machinery and equipment to produce high-quality, low-cost chopsticks that balance the two polar elements of tradition and innovation, warmth and sharpness.

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.