Japanese Arita glazed cat chopstick holder 2 set

About Saga． Arita Ware｜Hometown of Ceramics-Arita After clay was discovered in the Senshu area of Arita about 400 years ago, clay firing technology was first used in Japan. Therefore, Arita became the origin of Japanese ceramics. During these 400 years, the style of Arita ware has continued to evolve with the times, developing the popular styles of the time with each era, while retaining the traditional elegance of the past, which is why many people can't put it down. In addition, not only in Japan, Arita ware was widely spread to Europe, the Middle East and other places in the 18th century, and became popular overseas. Therefore, a combination of Japanese and Western styles can be seen in many works. To this day, many overseas tourists from Europe and the United States still come to Arita specifically for this purpose, which shows the great influence of its fame. Introduction to kiln workers｜Sakamoto kiln potter’s room The kiln was opened in Shimomoto District, Nishiarita Town, Saga Prefecture in 1999. Its creations feature clear and clear colored glazes. The glaze called ruri glaze, which has been passed down since the Edo period, is used. Integrating new design ideas into tradition, Innovative creation by using the old to make new is the spirit and goal of the Sakamoto Kiln Pottery House’s continuous efforts and persistence. Product information｜ Material: pottery Origin: Japan. Arita Town Contents: There are two types The first one: two-color glazed cat The second style: orange cat, tabby glazed cat. Gray brown tabby glazed cat Size: about 56x20mm (single) Packing boxes Precautions for use: Do not use coarse fiber cleaning products such as vegetable cloth for scrubbing. It can be washed in the dishwasher.