This chopstick rest can be used as a pen rest. Carefully handcrafted one by one by artisans of Ihoshiro Kiln.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Due to the nature of the material, the surface of the pottery may show a crack-like pattern which is a characteristic feature of pottery called "kannyu". This appearance is a natural phenomenon and is not a defect so please understand this before purchasing. Some pieces may not have a pattern at first, but it may or may not gradually appear, and the pattern may become finer and more numerous over time. 

Product Details:

• Note: Items marked as unglazed or partially unglazed have a rough surface so the so they're not recommended for expensive fountain pens.
  
  
• Dimensions (Approx.):
  • Red Snapper: 5.5 x 3.4 x 1.2 cm
  • Grilled Saury (partially unglazed): 7.3 x 1.5 x 0.9 cm
    
  • Grilled Ayu Fish (unglazed): 6.9 x 1.2 x 2.1 cm
    
    
• Material / component: ceramic
  
• NOT dishwasher safe
• Country of Origin: Japan
  
  
• The color, shape, size, etc. may vary slightly as each piece was made by hand. The product photos may vary from the actual pieces depending on the screen and environment.
  
  
• The items shown in the image photos do not include chopsticks, utensils, or other photographic accessories.
  

Company Sustainability: The ceramic industry consumes a lot of energy because the clay is fired at a high temperature of over 1,000 degrees Celsius. To achieve sustainable manufacturing, Ihoshiro Kiln uses an electric kiln with low carbon dioxide emissions. They also utilize renewable energy by installing a solar power generation system in the company building.