Someki - Chopsticks - Blue Cherry Blossom Charm and the paulownia wood box

and the paulownia wood box makes it a great gift on its own or together with glasses and chopsticks

giving each piece its own character and warmth

wishing for the prosperity of the family

the bamboo tea whisks crafted by artisan Toshiyuki Hirata are notable for their precision and beautiful finish

The Progressive fading and abrasion marks appearing through wearing and washing will give it its own individuality

Someki - Chopsticks - Blue Cherry Blossom Charm and the paulownia wood boxAbout History of Japanese Chopsticks Culture It is estimated that the Japanese started using chopsticks sometime between the Yayoi period and the Asuka period (3rd to 7th century). In the 7th century, envoys to China were entertained with a meal using chopsticks. Therefore, when the envoys came to Japan, they followed China and ate with chopsticks, which is thought to have been the beginning of the spread of chopsticks. Eventually, chopsticks