Blooming Sakura Shell Inlay Chopsticks Pair Set DESIGN_Tobikanna and a Kutani ware stem

and a Kutani ware stem in the hanazume style

a thoughtful detail that makes wiping away spills effortless

whether placed near a window or on a shelf

The finishing touches are the gold linings on the rim and bottom

Blooming Sakura Shell Inlay Chopsticks Pair Set DESIGN_Tobikanna and a Kutani ware stemThese beautifully handcrafted Japanese chopsticks feature a natural woodgrain base adorned with luminous shell inlay. The design celebrates the fleeting beauty of blooming sakura, with delicate black and red blossoms drawn across an iridescent surface. The inlay is created using the traditional raden technique, in which thin layers of mother of pearl are carefully embedded into the surface to capture a soft, shifting glow. Each shell reveals its own