Chopsticks, Chopstick Rests and Holders

Are you a beginner or still challenged with how to hold these quick little fellows? We have broken down how to use them into 3 clearly illustrated easy steps. You'll find simple suggestions for practicing and improving your dexterity. Follow our guide to be an expert today.

Whether eating dim sum in New York or noodles in Beijing, there are some things you shouldn't do with your chopsticks. Naturally many of these aren't likely acceptable when using a knife and fork either. Follow these simple rules of proper etiquette and good manners and you'll be a well mannered hashi user wherever you go. And if you're looking for that special pair for your next trip out, we have styles from all cultures.

Chopsticks are the main eating utensil for over 22 percent of the world's population today. They are one of the simplest, oldest and most widely used eating utensils. People began using them over 5,000 years ago and have been found in East Asia and the Middle East. Read more about the surprising history of these amazing eating tools, complete with photos of ancient styles.

Are chop sticks reusable? The answer is yes, all can be washed by hand. However we recommend several beautiful styles of bamboo, wood, metal, and plastic pairs that are dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. Plus learn how to care for them, what are the most durable styles, and how disposable sticks are being reused today.

Chopsticks come in a wide variety of lengths, shapes and styles. Let's take a look at the details that make up a chopstick's design. The length varies depending on culture. In China chopsticks are long, frequently between 10 to 10-1/2 inches. In Japan a typical standard adult chopstick is around 23 cm or 9 inches long.

High school students in Japan have transformed plastic trash from the ocean into beautiful chopsticks. Students of the Fukui Prefecture Wakasa High School Marine Science Department, researched and developed the process as a school project in conjunction with Matsukan chopsticks company in Obama, Japan.