Echizen Lacquerware Chopsticks - Checkerboard Pattern (Engravable)

The ultra-thin tips of these chopsticks allow you to pick up even a single sesame seed with ease. They are also perfect for handling delicate tasks like removing bones from grilled fish during meals.

Craftsman – Naoto Tsuchida
As a specialist in bowls and chopsticks, Tsuchida Naoto creates a wide variety of meticulously crafted lacquered chopsticks. These chopsticks are finished using a special lacquer technique developed with a new method, incorporating gold leaf for decoration, making them highly durable.

About the Pattern - Ichimatsu (Checkerboard Pattern)
The Ichimatsu pattern, known for its unbroken, continuous design, symbolizes prosperity and is considered auspicious. It is widely favored as it represents good fortune, such as family prosperity and business success.

About the Origin - Echizen Lacquerware
Echizen lacquerware has a history believed to date back to the 6th century. A defining feature of this craft is the hananuri technique, where the final layer of lacquer is applied and dried carefully to prevent brush marks or dust, resulting in a flawless finish. The lacquerware chopsticks from this region provide a smooth and refined feel, allowing you to fully appreciate the beauty of lacquer. Additionally, the gold leaf incorporated in the design becomes even more radiant over time, enhancing the enjoyment of using these exquisite chopsticks.