Kutani Color Chopstick Rest
Regular price $10.00PRODUCT DETAIL
- Quantity: 1 piece
- Dimension: 3.8cm (1.5in)x 3.1cm(1.25in) x 1cm(0.5in)
- Material: Porcelain
- Origin: Made in Japan
- Brand: Seikou Porcelain
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Notes:
- Dishwasher-safe（Recommend hand washing for long-term use）
- Please do not use harsh detergents
DESCRIPTION
This playful yet pragmatic chopstick rest is the perfect way to keep utensils elevated above the table while dining. The gently curved ceramic is durable and sure to survive bumps and falls.
FEATURES
Ko-Kutani Style
Ko-Kutani is one of the most traditional style of Kutani Ware. It’s characteristics are a mighty and lovely design and flowing hairline with five colors of paint (green, yellow, red, purple, dark blue). The style attracts by its dynamic subtle charm. This style prospered under the guidance of Morikage Kusumi, expert of the Kanoschool of Japanese painting.
Seikou Porcelain
In early Taisho era, (about 100 years ago) Seikou porcelain opened its kiln in Nomi city of Ishikawa prefecture.
Seikou porcelain researched Japanese overglaze paint for Kutani for years. Finally, they realized the product with high quality like hand paint by printing paper. Transparency of glassy glaze and thick overglaze paint are as same quality as hand paint work.
- Expression which inherits Ko Kutani by using Japanese overglaze paint.
- Consistent with improving quality of Kutani ware as a craft.
- Offer unique elegance of Kutani ware in reasonable price which is acceptable for market.
These 3 are principles of Seikou porcelain. With their as high quality as hand paint, Seikou tells attractiveness of Kutani ware to modern life. They won many awards such as at “Charming Japanese Souvenir Contest” by Japan Tourism Agency or at “Gourmet & Dining Style Show.
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Shipping freight
We offer special shipping freight for order more than JPY20,000 (Approx. US$190) and shipping free for order more than JPY50,000 (Approx. US$480) product price.
Shipping freight will be displayed when you add item to cart and select shipping country. However, most orders ship with the following rates depend on the product purchase price:
(Product Purchase Price / Shipping freight)
North America / Asia
Below US$189 / US$30.00-
Over US$190 / US$15.00-
Over US$485 / US$0.00-
Europe
Below US$189 / US$40.00-
Over US$190 / US$24.00-
Over US$485 / US$0.00-
Other Areas
Below US$189 / US$53.00-
Over US$190 / US$39.00-
Over US$485 / US$0.00-
Carriers
JAPAN KUTANI SHOP provide the safe and secure delivery services for you to receive your items wherever you are.
Please do not hesitate to reach us should you have any concern or doubt.
Our international shipping is offered through DHL.
- DHL Express Worldwide
- Delivery to 220 countries
- 3-10 days delivery after shipment
*Estimated delivery time may vary by destination.
*Additional Designation for DHL can be set up through the link after Tracking Number has been provided.
Delivery Policy
Most of the products are shipped within 5 working days after the order confirmation.
Please be advised that it may take more than 5 working days to ship if the products need to be back-ordered.
When you order several items at a time, we ship them all together.
Once your parcel is dispatched, we will send you an email with tracking information.
After that, you will receive an email to see where your parcel is every time tracking information is updated.
Your signature is required on delivery to ensure safe receipt.
In case your parcel is deposited at a local post office due to your absence on delivery etc., please contact them at your end.
Moreover, your items are considered as imports. You will be fully responsible for import duties, taxes and brokerage fees (if any) in your country.
These fees may be charged you when your package enters your country (they are not included in payment on our website).
Packing / Damage
We pack your items carefully to ensure a trouble-free delivery of your goods.We regularly ship more than hundreds products in a month and we face less than 1 trouble in a month.
We guarantee our products to arrive in perfect condition. In the event that an item from your order is damaged during shipping, please email us with a detailed photo of the damage within 48 hours of your delivery.
Import Taxes & Customs Fees
Please be aware that in all cases the customer is responsible for paying any customs fees applied to their order and for providing any and all documents required by customs in the country of receipt.
These costs include the sales tax in the country of receipt (applied to the total value of the order), duties on the cost of products (around 6% for the European Union) and any handling fees applied by the shipping provider.
DHL usually send an invoice a few days after delivery where as EMS (JP Post) generally charges the required sum at delivery.
For Airmail Small Packet, your national carrier will generally bill you when applicable.
We understand that custom fees are worrying for some customers. We hope that you are reassured by the fact that, when buying on JAPAN KUTANI SHOP, you really are ordering direct from Japan- getting authentic and original Japanese items that are not easily found anywhere else.
If you click on the flag icon at the bottom left of the screen, you can see the Import Tax and Custom information of your country.
For our customers in the USA: Most packages with a declared value under $2000 USD will be cleared without any fee. We ship to the US every single day and we have never had any issues with customs.
For our customers in Australia: Orders below $1000 AUD are regarded as 'low value imports' by Australian customs. As of 01 July 2018, customs duties may apply to any goods imported from overseas by consumers in Australia. For more information, please visit the Australian customs website.
For our customers in Canada: Orders above $20 CAN require that you pay the applicable duties and the GST. For more information, please visit the Canadian customs website.
For our customers in Singapore: Orders above $400 SGD require that you pay the applicable duties and the GST. For more information, please visit the Singapore customs website.
For our customers in the EU:
EU Directives calculate the Total Value of the order as a combination of the price of product and shipping fees.
- For orders with a Total Value of 22 Euros and below: Exempted from both tax and import duty.
- For orders with a Total Value ranging between 22 to 150 euros: The buyer is responsible for paying the consumption tax of the total value.
- For orders with a Total Value that exceeds 150 euros: The buyer is responsible for paying both consumption tax and import duty of the total value.
Additional information on importing goods to: Switzerland Germany United Kingdom
How to care Kutani ware
There are two types of Kutani ware works: porcelain and pottery.
Porcelain is made from a fine-grained white clay called kaolin, with added ingredients such as feldspar and fine bone ash. It has the property of being thinner, but stronger and more durable.
Pottery, on the other hand, is made from natural clay and fired at temperatures between 900~1200 degrees Celsius. The composition of the clay, its position in the kiln, the season of firing, and the weather are all intricately intertwined.
Unlike industrial products, each piece is different in color and size, and therefore, the pieces are never exactly the same.
Our potteries are made to be used in daily life, so there is no need to be overly sensitive, but here are some tips on how to take care of your favorite dishes so that you can use them for a long time.
Beginning of Use
Soil is characterized by its coarse texture and high water absorbency; therefore, it gradually absorbs soy sauce, water and oil from food. To alleviate this problem, you can use "glaze" before using it for the first time.
Medome, or filling, is a process of boiling the pot with rice water (or water with either flour or potato starch dissolved in it), preventing the penetrating of the glaze and clogging up the gaps between the particles of the clay, which can cause stains and odors.
1. Put the tableware and water with enough rice water (or dissolved flour or potato starch) to cover the entire tableware in the pot.
2. Boil over low heat for 15-20 minutes (adjust the heat so large bubbles do not appear).
3. Turn off the heat and let it cool slowly together with the pot.
4. Wash the tableware well.
5. Dry thoroughly.
Each Use
Adding an extra touch before serving will make your food taste better.
To serve hot food, dip the dish in lukewarm water; to serve cold food, dip it in cold water.
This will keep the food warm and prevent soy sauce and oil from penetrating the food.
Care
You can use a soft sponge and a mild detergent to clean the dish. It is important to wash gently with a soft sponge or cloth.
You can use a dishwasher, but we recommend hand washing as much as possible for some items, such as those made of gold and silver, which tend to peel off after a long period of use.
Please dry them thoroughly before storing them in the cupboard for a long period of time. Leaving it moist can cause mold and/or musty odor.
About Penetration
Small cracks in the glaze are caused by the difference in expansion rate between the base material and the glaze. Please enjoy this unique ceramic landscape.
In Case of Stains or Odors
As the tableware is used, some tea stains may appear on the surface.
If it bothers you, soak the tableware in baking soda water for half to a full day and let it dry to remove the smell.
Avoid using bleach as it may corrode the tableware.
Microwave & Oven
Do not use products made of gold or silver in the microwave or oven. Sparks may fly off and cause the surface to become dirty or damaged.
Please be careful with thin teacups and teacups, as their surfaces can heat up easily.
Please refrain from directly exposing products made of multiple materials (e.g. ceramic and metal, glass, etc.) directly on fire or using them in microwave, ovens or dish dryers, as it may cause failure of the glued surface.
Vases, Ornaments, and Figurines
Out of respect for the aesthetics, paints with good coloration may be used - please do not use them as tableware.
To preserve gold and silver ornaments, wipe them lightly with a soft cloth and remove any stains before storing them in order to preserve the colors longer.
Lastly...
Pottery may seem a bit labor intensive.
However, the more work put in, the more you will enjoy the changes over time, and you will start to feel the tableware like your child.
You don't have to overthink about it, but with just a little care, daily meals can be tastier and daily lives can be more enriched. Please enjoy your favorite pottery for many years to come.
