Misa Omote-表 美沙 Kutani Artist Handmade chopstick rest

Message from the artist:

Nice to meet you.

My name is Omote Misa.

I began studying Kutani ware, a traditional craft from Ishikawa, Japan, when I was twenty.

Today, I create small animal chopstick rests that blend modern sensibility with traditional

Kutani techniques.

While they're originally made for resting chopsticks, they can also hold other cutlery or brushes—or simply bring a gentle charm to your space as a tiny ornament.

Each piece is hand-painted with care, capturing the tender and expressive faces of these little animals.