Description
This set of five pairs of wooden chopsticks carries a different geisha portrait on every pair, printed in soft colour around the upper part of each stick. Every pair has its own background shade, from buttery yellow and pale blush to warm orange, peach and rosy pink, and the figures wear patterned kimono with their hair swept up, beside short lines of Japanese script. Past the print, the sticks are left as plain, pale wood and taper to a slim point for picking up food. They are made from schima wood, and each chopstick measures 22.6cm long and 0.8cm across, a comfortable length for everyday eating.
We think they suit anyone who enjoys Asian food at home, from a weeknight bowl of noodles to a shared spread of dumplings, stir fries and sushi. With five pairs to hand, there are enough for a small dinner with friends, and because every pair is a different colour, each person can keep track of their own through the meal. They sit as happily in a kitchen drawer for daily use as they do on the table when guests come round. Set out beside plain bowls and linen, the run of colours and portraits gives a simple meal a cheerful, considered look.
The portraits are printed onto the upper part of each stick, while the tips stay natural wood. As general good practice for wood, we would wash them by hand in warm, soapy water, dry them straight away with a tea towel and never leave them to soak, which helps keep the wood smooth. Between meals, store them flat in a drawer or standing upright in a pot or jar. For a table setting, lay a pair across each bowl or rest them on small chopstick rests, and mix the colours so every place looks a little different. The set also makes an easy, cheerful gift for anyone who loves cooking.
Specification
| Brand |
Rex London |
| Material |
Wood (Schima) |
| Length |
22.6cm |
| Width |
0.8cm |
| Height |
0.8cm |
| Weight |
0.045KG |
| Contents |
Pack of 5 pairs |
Frequently Asked
How long are these chopsticks?
Each chopstick is 22.6cm long and 0.8cm across, a comfortable everyday length for noodles, rice and shared dishes.
What are the chopsticks made from?
They are made from schima wood, with the geisha portraits printed on the upper part of each stick and the tips left as plain natural wood.
How many pairs are in the set?
The set holds five pairs of chopsticks, each pair with its own geisha portrait and its own background colour, so there are enough for a small dinner.
Is every pair the same design?
No, every pair carries a different geisha portrait, set against its own shade of yellow, blush, orange, peach or pink, so no two pairs match.
How should I look after wooden chopsticks?
As general good practice for wood, wash them by hand in warm, soapy water, dry them straight away and avoid leaving them to soak in the sink.
Would these chopsticks make a good gift?
We think so. The five different geisha portraits and their bright colours make a cheerful present for anyone who enjoys cooking or eating Asian food at home.