Awaji Knot Kaga Mizuhiki Chopstick Rest

These chopstick rests with a shape of "Awaji" knot are made by "knot", a brand of Tsuda Mizuhiki. Vivid colors give a modern twist to your dining table. Gold and silver threads are mixed in, making it sparkle and look beautiful.

Awaji knot is the most common knot used in mizuhiki and is also known as an abalone knot. The left and right loops are tied together, and when you hold both ends and pull, the knot becomes even stronger, meaning that you want to have a long-lasting relationship with the recipient. It is used for both congratulations such as weddings and condolences. 

As chopstick rests, they can add a touch of Japanese flair to festive occasions. It can be lightly washed and used repeatedly. They can also be used not only as chopstick rests but also as a variety of decorations. Attach a string or pin and enjoy using them in various ways as gift ornaments or hair ornaments, depending on your ideas.

This item is small but full of the goodness of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. 

Tsuda Mizuhiki "knot"

"knot" is the brand of Tsuda Mizuhiki, a long-established company that originated Kaga Mizuhiki. Because the spelling and pronunciation of knot and not are similar, the name was given with the meaning of being different from traditional mizuhiki and "not" the same as before. At the root of this naming is their confidence that the essence of mizuhiki will never change.

It expresses their strong desire to pass on the tradition and culture of mizuhiki while designing items that can be accepted by a wider generation, such as modern colors and small items that can be easily incorporated into daily life. 

Kaga Mizuhiki

The techniques of Kaga mizuhiki, based in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, have a storied history. Around 1915, the first generation, Tsuda Sokichi, innovated off of the typical two-dimensional string folds of mizuhiki knots to create new three-dimensional forms. Ume Tsuda, the second generation, inherited the technique and established Kaga mizuhiki craftsmanship as a definitive art form. The company has now been passed down to the fifth generation, and continues to evolve while preserving and passing on the true essence of mizuhiki.