Gion Weeping Sakura-Designed Chopstick Rest Set Sushi dark blue and pink

dark blue and pink

making them easy to hold

After completing the first round of carving

Its footed design adds height to Mt

embellished with maki-e

Gion Weeping Sakura-Designed Chopstick Rest Set Sushi dark blue and pinkThe image of the graceful weeping sakura, cherry blossoms, of Gion, Kyoto, is depicted on these chopstick rests from Tosen Kiln. Weeping cherry blossoms are one of the representative flowers of Kyoto, and express Kyoto's unique atmosphere. The pink and pale green of the cherry blossoms beautifully decorate the yellowish cream white color of the Kiyomizu ware base. The paintwork is done by craftpersons with in depth knowledge of Japanese style