This gift set features two pairs of glossy chopsticks with gold embedded in the finish. The 9.25 inch pair is black and the 8.5 inch pair is red. Both have natural wood tips with natural Urushi lacquer finish. Good Couple day in Japan is celebrated on November 22nd. In word play, the 11 for November can read as “good”, and the 22 can read as “married couple.” It is tradition to send a gift to your spouse for Good Couple Day. The Japanese text inside reads “oh! Good Couple. Two chopsticks work together. It is likened to a married couple living together, supporting each other and cooperating with each other. It is also a auspicious tool that represents “health” and “longevity” because it is a tool that carries food to the mouth”. Packaged in a nice paulownia wood gift box. Hand made in Obama, Japan.