Cat Shaped Chopstick Rest

Add an adorable piece to your dining table with this unique cat-shaped chopstick rest. Available in five variations featuring different coat patterns and facial expressions, they’re guaranteed to bring a smile to your face at the dining table. Sold individually or together in a five-piece set, you can mix and match them to mark each person’s spot at the table for gatherings. Echoing the traditional Kutani gosai palette of red, yellow, green, blue, and purple, the soft colors add a warm and nostalgic feel.

This chopstick rest is slightly larger than typical chopstick rests, and can double as a small sauce plate or to serve garnishes. Made of durable porcelain that’s easy to clean and stackable for storage. Whether for personal use or as a gift, this chopstick rest is a great choice for any cat lover.

Kutani ware is a traditional Japanese porcelain from the Kaga region in Ishikawa Prefecture, with a history spanning over 350 years. Known for its vibrant overglaze enamel designs and use of five signature colors, known as Kutani gosai—navy blue, red, purple, green, and yellow pigments. This timeless craft has continuously evolved through generations of artisans who balance innovation with a deep respect for tradition. 

Kutani ware exhibits a diverse range of distinctive styles, shaped by evolving artistic tastes over the centuries. Styles such as ko-Kutani, with its bold colors, geometric patterns, and painterly detail, and akae-saibyo, marked by ultra-fine red lines. Many pieces feature traditional Japanese motifs, such as kacho (flowers and birds) and sansui (landscapes), offering a timeless glimpse into the beauty of nature and the seasons.