Japanese Chopsticks & Maneki Neko Chopstick Rests Gift Set: the elegance of Japanese dining

The Maneki Neko, that little cat with its raised paw seen in Japanese restaurants and homes, is much more than a figurine: it's a symbol of warm welcome and conviviality. This gift set brings together two pairs of lacquered wooden chopsticks, adorned with traditional motifs, and two porcelain chopstick rests shaped like this iconic companion. A thoughtful touch that transforms every meal into a precious moment, imbued with the poetry of Japanese art de vivre.


  • Dimensions: chopsticks length 24.5cm, cat-shaped chopstick rests length approx. 5.5cm
  • Material: lacquered wooden chopsticks with golden motifs, glazed porcelain chopstick rests
  • Traditional motifs: cherry blossoms and Japanese calligraphy on the chopsticks
  • Elegant presentation: delivered in an elegant black gift box with Japanese label, ready to give
  • Care: hand washing recommended to preserve the brilliance of the motifs and lacquer

Whether you're preparing a sushi dinner with friends, a stir-fried noodle evening with family, or simply wish to honour the tradition of a steaming bowl of rice enjoyed in proper style, these chopsticks bring that extra touch of grace that makes all the difference. The two little cats keep watch at the edge of the plate, as benevolent guardians of the ritual. And because the gift box is as beautiful as its contents, it naturally falls into the category of gifts that touch the heart: for a Japanese cuisine enthusiast, a cat collector, or simply to introduce someone to the delicate art of chopsticks. Every detail, the lacquer catching the light, the cherry blossoms evoking springtime in Kyoto, the softness of porcelain beneath your fingers, creates an experience that goes beyond mere function.

You'll rediscover the pleasure of setting a table, even for an everyday meal, and your guests won't fail to notice these two little companions keeping watch, paw raised, over the conviviality of the moment.

The Maneki Neko, little guardian of Japanese conviviality

It's instantly recognisable: that little seated cat, paw raised in greeting, which sits at the entrance of Japanese restaurants and in Japanese homes. The Maneki Neko, literally "beckoning cat", has become over the centuries an emblem of Japanese hospitality. According to legend, a cat once beckoned to a lord to take shelter in a temple just before a violent storm broke out, thus saving his life. Since then, the Maneki Neko's raised paw has embodied the gesture of welcome, the invitation to enter, to share a moment.

The colours and details vary from one figurine to another: left paw to attract visitors, right paw for prosperity, bell around the neck as a sign of protection... But beyond beliefs, it's above all its reassuring and joyful presence that makes it a cherished table companion. Placed beside the chopsticks, it reminds us that the Japanese meal is a ritual where every gesture counts, where the beauty of objects contributes to the pleasure of eating.

These two porcelain chopstick rests extend this tradition with a touch of gentleness: they transform a practical gesture, resting your chopsticks between bites, into a cultural nod. And if you're looking to create a table with Asian accents, you'll find in our selection of tableware everything you need to extend the experience: ceramic bowls, cast iron teapots, bamboo placemats... The Japanese art of living is cultivated in the details, and each piece tells a story.

Summary
Gift set with 2 pairs of lacquered wooden Japanese chopsticks (traditional motifs) and 2 Maneki Neko porcelain chopstick rests. Delivered in elegant black gift box, ready to give.
Size
Chopsticks length 24.5cm x diameter approx. 0.7cm. Chopstick rests length approx. 5.5cm. Presentation gift box included.
Delivery method
Standard item
Theme
Decoration
Material
Plastic, Porcelain
Colour
multicolor
Animals
Cats
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