Plum Kaga Mizuhiki Chopstick Rest

These chopstick rests with a shape of plum-knot are made by "knot", a brand of Tsuda Mizuhiki. The golden knot, typical of Kanazawa, is gorgeous, and together with the red and white, it creates an elegant and festive atmosphere.

The ume (plum) knot is the basic knot and is considered auspicious in Japan, along with "Sho-chiku-bai" (pine, bamboo, and plum). The plum flower is tied tightly and is difficult to untie, which means "strong bond and longevity".

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.

Tsuda Mizuhiki

Knot is a brand of long-established company Tsuda Mizuhiki, the originator of Kaga mizuhiki, a traditional cord-tying craft. The brand name plays on the words “knot” and “not” to suggest their pieces are different from traditional mizuhiki knots, and “not” the same as before. At their core is a confidence that the essence of mizuhiki will never change.

Knot aims to pass on the tradition and culture of mizuhiki while creating items that appeal to a new generation and wider audience, such as designs with modern colors or 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.