Silver Ginkgo Leaf Chopstick Rest

This is a stainless steel chopstick rest in the shape of a ginkgo leaf in silver. It is made in Tsubame Sanjo, which accounts for ninety percent of the domestic production of metal tableware.

It expresses the soft thinness, undulation, and curves of a ginkgo leaf, and is designed by Yamada Kaichiro of KAICHI DESIGN, which has won awards in Japan and abroad.

The surface is processed to have a slightly rough feel, making it less shiny and more matte and calm.

It is a perfect item for everyday use, for entertaining guests, and as a gift for loved ones.

Tsubame Shinko

Tsubame Shinko Kogyo Co., based in Tsubame-Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture, is an esteemed manufacturer specializing in metal cutlery and tableware. This region is reputed for its high-quality production, accounting for over 90 percent of Japan's domestic output in this industry.

Metalwork has long been prized for its durability and gorgeous appearance. In Japan, bronze swords and harnesses were made from the Yayoi period (10th century BCE–mid-3rd century CE) based on techniques introduced from China and Korea. With the rise of Buddhism, the construction of temples, Buddhist statues, and ritual implements flourished, and metalworking techniques also advanced. Eventually, a wide variety of products such as tea ceremony utensils, Japanese swords, armor, and ornaments came to be manufactured.