Get your personalized Japanese chopsticks with a koi carp pattern
Japanese chopsticks are an essential culinary utensil in the land of the rising sun. Their origins date back to the 7th century. They are also known as “hashi”. While they were widely used in Japan, their popularity has declined since the end of World War II and the westernization of Eastern countries.
The top of these wooden chopsticks is adorned with a typical pattern from the archipelago: the koi carp. This freshwater fish symbolizes power, as according to Japanese legend, it is capable of swimming upriver. The koi pattern is widely used in the traditional Irezumi tattoo art. It represents success and sometimes even masculinity.
- The package includes 5 pairs of traditional chopsticks
- The Japanese chopsticks are made from natural bamboo wood
- Size: 22.5 cm
Here are some tips for using these Japanese cutlery:
🥢 If you have never used bamboo chopsticks during an Asian meal, follow our two-step method: place the first chopstick between the base of your thumb and your ring finger, making sure to keep it steady. The second chopstick is movable and should be placed between your index finger and middle finger to be able to grip the food.
🥢 Culturally speaking, the use of Asian chopsticks follows several codes to be aware of and to observe, such as holding them with your left hand, not sticking them in a dish or worse, in rice, not licking them, and using a chopstick rest instead of placing them on the table.
🥢 If you want to avoid appearing rude, we advise against pointing at someone with Japanese chopsticks and recommend using a spoon if you want to transfer a portion of your meal to another plate.
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