Orihi-kaede chopstick rest

This is a new Oribe-glazed maple leaf chopstick rest by Koji Nakahara, who studied under Fumio Kawabata and aims to create items that suit modern life. As a unique Bizen-ware artist based in the major city of Osaka, Nakahara creates pieces for chefs at various high-end restaurants and ryotei; this chopstick rest reflects his signature stylish and practical design. The slightly concave maple leaf shape allows it to be used not only as a chopstick rest but also as a small dish for condiments. The fresh green of the Oribe glaze evokes the image of a young maple leaf, making it the perfect accent for your dining table. Paper box
Approx. 7.0cm diameter × 7.3cm diameter × 2.4cm height
(As each piece is handmade, there may be slight variations in size) Koji Nakahara was born in Osaka Prefecture in 1978. He graduated from the Nara College of Arts in 2000 and the Bizen Pottery Center in 2001. That same year, he began his apprenticeship under Fumio Kawabata, and in 2007, he joined the Kaneshige Ritoen pottery studio. Since then, he has actively exhibited his work at the Japan Traditional Art Crafts Exhibition and various other open calls. He is currently an associate member of the Japan Kōgei Association.