Chopstick rest stylish Kutani ware pair set temari ceramic cutlery made Japan

Product Description The 360-year tradition of Kaga Hyakumangoku Kutani ware is primarily produced in Kanazawa, Kaga, and Nomi City in Ishikawa Prefecture, with Terai Town in Nomi City known as "Kutani no Sato," the center of the industry. Craftsmen, kilns, wholesalers, and box makers gather here. Additionally, the pottery village has facilities such as a museum for Kutani ware, a school (Ishikawa Prefectural Kutani Ware Technical Training Center), and support workshops. How Kutani Ware is Made - Shaping: Round shapes are made using a potter's wheel, while square shapes and figurines are crafted by hand. - Bisque Firing: Firing at approximately 800 degrees for 8 hours turns the clay a skin color. This is followed by high-temperature firing in a main kiln at 1300 degrees for over 15 hours. - Overglaze Painting: After outlining with gosu, colors are applied using traditional Japanese paints. The colors of Kutani ware differ significantly before and after firing, making the mixing and matching of colors quite challenging—this is where the skill of the craftsman shines! - Overglaze Kiln: This is the final step. Depending on the color, it is fired overnight at around 800 degrees. However, if gold or silver is used, it must be fired again in a gold kiln (Nishiki kiln) at a low temperature of 400-500 degrees. Can it be washed in a dishwasher? Repeated washing in a dishwasher may cause color fading, so please wash by hand. Can it be used in a microwave? Items that use gold or silver cannot be used. Others are usable. About Crackle Some items may have fine crackle patterns in the clay. Enjoy the unique texture of pottery. Is it made in Japan? It is 100% made in Japan. Products are sold from the center of "Kutani no Sato" in Nomi City, Ishikawa Prefecture. Popular Products - Pair of Chopstick Rests: Plum Chrysanthemum - Set of 5 Chopstick Rests: Colorful Small Patterns - Set of 5 Chopstick Rests: Gold Flower - Size: 3.2cm (H) x 3.8cm (W) x 1cm (D) - Size: 1.5cm (H)