Description
Discover how Xandre LLC connects Okinawan craftsmanship with collectors and lifestyle enthusiasts worldwide. By sourcing from independent island studios, our curated catalog presents Ryukyu glass through objects that combine traditional craftsmanship, contemporary design, and the everyday culture of Okinawa.
The Pet & Paw Collection (肉球＆招き猫 箸置きシリーズ) brings a playful dimension to Okinawan glass artistry. Handcrafted in small batches, these glass chopstick rests transform a practical dining accessory into a colorful decorative accent. Designed to elevate chopsticks above the table surface, the collection features charming animal-inspired forms ranging from tactile cat paw prints (nikukyu) to a whimsical calico lucky cat (maneki-neko).
Artistic Characteristics
- Paw & Feline Motifs: Sculpted paw-print designs feature raised tactile pads, while the playful calico cat design incorporates hand-applied and fused decorative details.
- Luminous Glass & Color: Individual pieces may feature clear glass, multi-tone swirl patterns, amber-gold metallic effects, emerald-green paw pads, opaque white glass, or calico-inspired pigment combinations.
- Functional Utensil Support: Each design incorporates a groove or contoured surface intended to help cradle chopsticks and other small utensils.
- Japanese Table Setting: The rests complement traditional and contemporary Japanese tableware and can be paired with lacquered chopsticks for a coordinated dining presentation.
- Handcrafted Individuality: Each piece is shaped and assembled individually, producing natural differences in bubble patterns, glass swirls, pigment distribution, and contours.
Curator's Note
Each chopstick rest is individually handcrafted. Variations in glass clarity, paw-pad symmetry, pigment movement, bubbles, and overall contours are natural characteristics of handmade Okinawan glass.
These differences contribute to the individuality of each piece and should not be considered manufacturing defects.
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
| Origin | Okinawa Prefecture, Japan |
| Category | Handcrafted Glass Chopstick Rest / Cutlery Holder (Hashioki) |
| Collection | Pet & Paw Collection — 肉球＆招き猫 箸置きシリーズ |
| Materials | Hand-blown and fused Ryukyu glass with pigment inclusions |
| Paw Rest Dimensions | Approx. 3.5–4.5 cm L × 3.0–3.8 cm W × 1.0–1.5 cm H |
| Cat Rest Dimensions | Approx. 4.5–5.0 cm L × 1.8–2.2 cm W × 1.2–1.8 cm H |
| Weight | Approx. 20–35 g per piece |
| Packaging | Protective retail packaging; gift-box wrapping available where offered |
| Quantity Included | Individual pieces or designated set pairings, as specified by the selected listing |
Care Instructions
Hand wash gently with cold or lukewarm water using a soft sponge and mild dish detergent.
Do not:
- Use a dishwasher
- Use a microwave
- Expose the glass to boiling liquids
- Subject the pieces to sudden temperature changes
- Drop or strike the glass against hard surfaces
Avoid thermal shock and sharp impacts to help preserve the glass surface and decorative details.
Shipping & International Orders
Domestic shipping within Japan is available.
International orders may incur additional shipping charges, import duties, VAT, GST, customs fees, or other local taxes. These costs remain the responsibility of the recipient and vary according to the destination country's regulations. Product note: Individual pieces may differ subtly from product photography in color, bubble formation, pigment distribution, glass clarity, and overall shape because each piece is handcrafted.
Description
Discover how Xandre LLC connects Okinawan craftsmanship with collectors and lifestyle enthusiasts worldwide. By sourcing from independent island studios, our curated catalog presents Ryukyu glass through objects that combine traditional craftsmanship, contemporary design, and the everyday culture of Okinawa.
The Pet & Paw Collection (肉球＆招き猫 箸置きシリーズ) brings a playful dimension to Okinawan glass artistry. Handcrafted in small batches, these glass chopstick rests transform a practical dining accessory into a colorful decorative accent. Designed to elevate chopsticks above the table surface, the collection features charming animal-inspired forms ranging from tactile cat paw prints (nikukyu) to a whimsical calico lucky cat (maneki-neko).
Artistic Characteristics
- Paw & Feline Motifs: Sculpted paw-print designs feature raised tactile pads, while the playful calico cat design incorporates hand-applied and fused decorative details.
- Luminous Glass & Color: Individual pieces may feature clear glass, multi-tone swirl patterns, amber-gold metallic effects, emerald-green paw pads, opaque white glass, or calico-inspired pigment combinations.
- Functional Utensil Support: Each design incorporates a groove or contoured surface intended to help cradle chopsticks and other small utensils.
- Japanese Table Setting: The rests complement traditional and contemporary Japanese tableware and can be paired with lacquered chopsticks for a coordinated dining presentation.
- Handcrafted Individuality: Each piece is shaped and assembled individually, producing natural differences in bubble patterns, glass swirls, pigment distribution, and contours.
Curator's Note
Each chopstick rest is individually handcrafted. Variations in glass clarity, paw-pad symmetry, pigment movement, bubbles, and overall contours are natural characteristics of handmade Okinawan glass.
These differences contribute to the individuality of each piece and should not be considered manufacturing defects.
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
| Origin | Okinawa Prefecture, Japan |
| Category | Handcrafted Glass Chopstick Rest / Cutlery Holder (Hashioki) |
| Collection | Pet & Paw Collection — 肉球＆招き猫 箸置きシリーズ |
| Materials | Hand-blown and fused Ryukyu glass with pigment inclusions |
| Paw Rest Dimensions | Approx. 3.5–4.5 cm L × 3.0–3.8 cm W × 1.0–1.5 cm H |
| Cat Rest Dimensions | Approx. 4.5–5.0 cm L × 1.8–2.2 cm W × 1.2–1.8 cm H |
| Weight | Approx. 20–35 g per piece |
| Packaging | Protective retail packaging; gift-box wrapping available where offered |
| Quantity Included | Individual pieces or designated set pairings, as specified by the selected listing |
Care Instructions
Hand wash gently with cold or lukewarm water using a soft sponge and mild dish detergent.
Do not:
- Use a dishwasher
- Use a microwave
- Expose the glass to boiling liquids
- Subject the pieces to sudden temperature changes
- Drop or strike the glass against hard surfaces
Avoid thermal shock and sharp impacts to help preserve the glass surface and decorative details.
Shipping & International Orders
Domestic shipping within Japan is available.
International orders may incur additional shipping charges, import duties, VAT, GST, customs fees, or other local taxes. These costs remain the responsibility of the recipient and vary according to the destination country's regulations. Product note: Individual pieces may differ subtly from product photography in color, bubble formation, pigment distribution, glass clarity, and overall shape because each piece is handcrafted.
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