Description
Discover how Xandre LLC connects traditional Ryukyu craftsmanship with contemporary dining and lifestyle design. By sourcing directly from independent Okinawan studios, our curated catalog presents functional glassware that combines artisanal technique, organic textures, and the visual character of Okinawa.
Crafted by Glass Art Ai (グラスアート藍) in Yanbaru, Okinawa, this collection of handcrafted glass chopstick rests (hashioki) combines clean rectangular forms with colorful fused-glass textures inspired by Okinawa's coastal landscape. Designed to elevate chopsticks while adding a refined decorative accent to the table, the collection includes several distinct glass treatments—from textured frit surfaces in vivid coastal colors to smooth opalescent designs accented with jewel-toned glass elements.
Design Variations
- Textured Frit & Coral Motifs: Selected designs feature layered glass frit with bubble-like textures in amber-orange, cerulean blue, and magenta-pink, evoking the colors and textures of Okinawan coral reefs and tide pools.
- Opalescent Drop Motifs: Other variations feature a smooth milky-white glass base decorated with two contrasting jewel-toned glass drops, including amber/crimson or olive/teal combinations.
- Clear Woven-Thread Disk Variant: A rounded, pebble-like clear glass disk incorporates an internal woven-thread matrix and may function as a small paperweight or multi-utensil rest in addition to its tabletop use.
- Functional Central Channel: Selected designs incorporate a subtle groove or channel designed to support chopsticks, cutlery, or calligraphy brushes.
- Individual Studio Craftsmanship: Each piece is individually formed and fused at Glass Art Ai, producing natural differences in frit placement, glass layering, pigment distribution, bubble formation, and decorative geometry.
Curator's Note
Every Glass Art Ai piece has its own character. Variations in bubble density, frit-fusion patterns, color intensity, glass flow, and decorative elements are natural results of the handcrafted process.
These differences are inherent characteristics of authentic Okinawan studio glass and should not be considered manufacturing defects.
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
| Studio / Brand | Glass Art Ai (グラスアート藍) |
| Origin | Yanbaru, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan |
| Category | Handcrafted Glass Chopstick Rest / Cutlery Holder (Hashioki) |
| Collection | Okinawan Ryukyu Glass Collection — Rectangular Tabletop Series |
| Materials | Kiln-fused Ryukyu glass, glass frit, pigment inclusions |
| Rectangular Rest Dimensions | Approx. 6.5–7.2 cm L × 2.8–3.2 cm W × 0.8–1.2 cm H |
| Round Disk Variant | Approx. 4.5–5.0 cm diameter × 1.2–1.5 cm H |
| Weight | Approx. 35–50 g per piece |
| Packaging | Signature retail presentation packaging with authentic studio brochure |
| Quantity Included | Individual pieces or designated dining sets, according to 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 preserve the glass surface, fused decorative elements, and structural integrity.
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: Because each piece is individually handcrafted, the actual item may differ subtly from product photography in color, frit placement, bubble distribution, pigment intensity, decorative geometry, dimensions, and overall appearance.
Description
Discover how Xandre LLC connects traditional Ryukyu craftsmanship with contemporary dining and lifestyle design. By sourcing directly from independent Okinawan studios, our curated catalog presents functional glassware that combines artisanal technique, organic textures, and the visual character of Okinawa.
Crafted by Glass Art Ai (グラスアート藍) in Yanbaru, Okinawa, this collection of handcrafted glass chopstick rests (hashioki) combines clean rectangular forms with colorful fused-glass textures inspired by Okinawa's coastal landscape. Designed to elevate chopsticks while adding a refined decorative accent to the table, the collection includes several distinct glass treatments—from textured frit surfaces in vivid coastal colors to smooth opalescent designs accented with jewel-toned glass elements.
Design Variations
- Textured Frit & Coral Motifs: Selected designs feature layered glass frit with bubble-like textures in amber-orange, cerulean blue, and magenta-pink, evoking the colors and textures of Okinawan coral reefs and tide pools.
- Opalescent Drop Motifs: Other variations feature a smooth milky-white glass base decorated with two contrasting jewel-toned glass drops, including amber/crimson or olive/teal combinations.
- Clear Woven-Thread Disk Variant: A rounded, pebble-like clear glass disk incorporates an internal woven-thread matrix and may function as a small paperweight or multi-utensil rest in addition to its tabletop use.
- Functional Central Channel: Selected designs incorporate a subtle groove or channel designed to support chopsticks, cutlery, or calligraphy brushes.
- Individual Studio Craftsmanship: Each piece is individually formed and fused at Glass Art Ai, producing natural differences in frit placement, glass layering, pigment distribution, bubble formation, and decorative geometry.
Curator's Note
Every Glass Art Ai piece has its own character. Variations in bubble density, frit-fusion patterns, color intensity, glass flow, and decorative elements are natural results of the handcrafted process.
These differences are inherent characteristics of authentic Okinawan studio glass and should not be considered manufacturing defects.
Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
| Studio / Brand | Glass Art Ai (グラスアート藍) |
| Origin | Yanbaru, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan |
| Category | Handcrafted Glass Chopstick Rest / Cutlery Holder (Hashioki) |
| Collection | Okinawan Ryukyu Glass Collection — Rectangular Tabletop Series |
| Materials | Kiln-fused Ryukyu glass, glass frit, pigment inclusions |
| Rectangular Rest Dimensions | Approx. 6.5–7.2 cm L × 2.8–3.2 cm W × 0.8–1.2 cm H |
| Round Disk Variant | Approx. 4.5–5.0 cm diameter × 1.2–1.5 cm H |
| Weight | Approx. 35–50 g per piece |
| Packaging | Signature retail presentation packaging with authentic studio brochure |
| Quantity Included | Individual pieces or designated dining sets, according to 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 preserve the glass surface, fused decorative elements, and structural integrity.
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: Because each piece is individually handcrafted, the actual item may differ subtly from product photography in color, frit placement, bubble distribution, pigment intensity, decorative geometry, dimensions, and overall appearance.
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