Pine, Bamboo and Plum Hagoita Chopstick Rest Set New Year the petals

the petals

it’s ideal for serving a hearty donburi-style meal

A pair of rice bowls decorated with hand-painted cherry blossoms and the falling petals blown in the wind

its clapper mirroring the shape of a coin

Pine, Bamboo and Plum Hagoita Chopstick Rest Set New Year the petalsThis is a set of chopstick rests in the shape of a hagoita, a traditional Japanese wooden paddle, decorated with motifs of pine, bamboo, and plum. The painting of the famous combination of pine tree, bamboo and plum is considered an auspicious motif in Japan, bringing good luck and longevity. The sides are blue, while the front features pine in yellow green, plum blossoms in deep red, and bamboo in dark blue. This vivid appearance is perfect for the