Handmade Chopsticks and Handcrafted Artisan Chopsticks

A beautiful pair of Akatsuki handmade Wakasa chopsticks with a hexagon shape presented wonderfully in a nice lightwood gift box. The chopsticks are deep red and black with gold specks. Chopsticks are 9.25 inches long with textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Papua New Guinea. The box is 10.125 x 1.875 x .75 inches.

The Aya Nishiki Black Wakasa Chopsticks are beautiful dark wood chopsticks with handles decorated with mother of pearl, gold foil, layers of colored lacquer (red, green) and mineral specks, all embedded in a gloss black finish. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. These long chopsticks do not fit any of our chopstick boxes. Our long webbing sleeve is a good choice....

Wonderful hand-painted Wakasa chopsticks with swirls of golds and black over dark wood chopsticks with black tips. Every pair is unique and full of life. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Papua New Guinea. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay.

Wonderful hand-painted Wakasa chopsticks with swirls of reds and golds over dark wood chopsticks with black tips. Every pair is unique and full of life. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Papua New Guinea. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay.

These Japanese Wakasa chopsticks have bright crimson red over metallic gold painted handles, with gold showing through along the corners of the handles. Square shaped tips and handles. Chopsticks are 9-1/8 inches long with textured tips. Made in Japan.

Serene Wakasa chopsticks with a long strip of mother of pearl decorating the gloss black lacquered handle. Very elegant and just enough shimmer. The chopsticks have a base of Hard Maple (Acer saccharum), harvested in Canada. The handle is coated with a Urethane protective finish and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. Chopsticks are 9.25 inches long with naturally textured non-gloss square tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay. Packaged in a clear plastic packet. ...

Serene Wakasa chopsticks with a long strip of mother of pearl decorating the gloss red lacquered handle. Very elegant and just enough shimmer. The chopsticks have a base of Hard Maple (Acer saccharum), harvested in Canada. The handle is coated with a Urethane protective finish and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. Chopsticks are 8.5 inches long with naturally textured non-gloss square tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay. Packaged in a clear plastic packet. ...

Stunningly beautiful handmade Wakasa chopsticks. Translucent rich red lacquer over gold foil with mother of pearl and diagonal bands of shells and minerals. Naturally heat and water resistant. Truly amazing looking chopsticks that look better in real life than in a photo. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured...

These are some of the most highly handcrafted Japanese chopsticks. About 20 layers of real Urushi lacquer made from the Sumac tree are used. Each layer is applied and then almost sanded bare to make a fine finish. Then the next layer and so forth until the exquisite finish is achieved. This process takes about 2 months. A rare and truly wonderful piece of handmade art. Round rough hewn profile handle. Rough hewn tips. The chopsticks have a base of Natak (Manilkara kauki), harvested in Brazil....

These are some of the most highly handcrafted Japanese chopsticks using traditional Japanese lacquer. About 20 layers of Urushi lacquer made from sap of the Sumac tree are used. Each layer is applied and then almost sanded bare to make a fine finish. Then the next layer and so forth until the exquisite finish is achieved. This process takes about 2 months. A rare and truly wonderful piece of handmade art. Round rough hewn profile handle. Rough hewn tips. The chopsticks have a base of Natak...

A beautiful pair of Takumi brand Hosomi Madara Wakasa chopsticks presented exquisitely in a nice lightwood gift box. The chopsticks have layers of black and red lacquer along with gold foil and egg shell decoration. The chopsticks are dishwasher safe for easy care and durability. The Hosomi Madara Wakasa chopsticks are 9.25 inches long and have smooth tips. They have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Papua New Guinea. The box is 10.125 x 1.875 x .75 inches. Hand made in...

The Kai-Koji Wakasa chopsticks have bands of thick encrusted mother of pearl over a gloss black finish. These graceful, elegant Japanese chopsticks are 9-1/8 inches long and have textured tips. Dishwasher safe. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have a Polyester Urethane protective finish. Handmade in Japan.

The special Kenzuri Ebony chopsticks are hand shaped to a rough hewn finish. Made of Ebony wood which has a deep black color. Entirely finished with natural Urushi lacquer. The rough hewn shape provides a pleasing grip when holding the chopsticks making them easier to handle. The tips continue the hand-shaped look and provide a natural texture for gripping food. In Japanese the hand shaped finish is called “scraping”. This initial shaping is performed in Vietnam with the final finish work done...

The special Kenzuri chopsticks are hand shaped to a rough hewn finish. Made of Manikara wood which has a deep brown color. Entirely finished with natural Urushi lacquer. The rough hewn shape provides a pleasing grip when holding the chopsticks making them easier to handle. The tips continue the hand-shaped look and provide a natural texture for gripping food. In Japanese the hand shaped finish is called “scraping”. This initial shaping is performed in Vietnam with the final finish work done in...

The special Kenzuri chopsticks are hand shaped to a rough hewn finish. Made of Manikara wood which has a deep brown color. Entirely finished with natural Urushi lacquer. The rough hewn shape provides a pleasing grip when holding the chopsticks making them easier to handle. The tips continue the hand-shaped look and provide a natural texture for gripping food. In Japanese the hand shaped finish is called “scraping”. This initial shaping is performed in Vietnam with the final finish work done in...

Hand made Wakasa chopsticks with incredible translucent red lacquer over gold foil finish. Adorned with mother of pearl, shell and minerals add amazing colors and richness. More beautiful in person than a photo can ever convey. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores...

This most exquisite pair of black Wakasa chopsticks has layers of lacquer, gold foil, mother of pearl, and flecks of egg shell and other elements to create amazing rings of vibrant color and excitement. Naturally heat and water resistant makes for a durable pair of chopsticks. A true work of art. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have an Acrylic protective finish. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made...

We brought back an old favorite. Elegant and beautiful design featuring squares of mother of pearl surrounded by gloss black lacquer, with natural wood tips. These Wakasa chopsticks are dishwasher safe for easy care. The chopsticks have a base of Hard Maple (Acer saccharum), harvested in Canada. The handle is coated with a Urethane protective finish and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. Chopsticks are 9.25 inches long with smooth tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa...

The Nokutan Wakasa Chopsticks are an unusual take on Wakasa craftsmanship. Five gloss hues of slightly iridescent earth tones overlay a satin rust color chopstick. A graceful, understated elegant design. These handmade Japanese chopsticks are 9-1/8 inches long with textured tips. Made in Japan.

The Oboro Shimmering Waters Wakasa chopsticks have subtle sparkling hand-painted colors of blues, greens and gold, dotted with mother of pearl. Finished with a gloss urethane protective finish. It was impossible for us to capture the beautiful, subtle sparkling colors in our photo. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with smooth, square tips. The chopsticks have a base of Jabon wood (Anthocephalus cadamba), harvested in Indonesia. The handle is coated with Urethan and the tip in natural Urushi...

Two stunning pairs of Rime Takumi Shell Wakasa chopsticks presented exquisitely in a nice lightwood gift box. The chopsticks are filled with glitter and bands of mother of pearl shell. This is a couples set with a longer 9.125 inch blue/green pair and a shorter 8.25 inch purple/red pair of chopsticks. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Papua New Guinea. Textured tips. The box is 10.125 x 2.875 x .75 inches. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of...

Stunning, amazing artistry. Incredible Wakasa chopsticks with translucent red lacquer over pearlescent silver. Adorned with gold foil, large pieces of mother of pearl, egg shell and minerals. These are the chopsticks Liberace would have used. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. Chopsticks are shorter 8.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in...

Stunning, amazing artistry. Incredible Wakasa chopsticks with translucent blue lacquer over pearlescent white. Adorned with gold foil, large pieces of mother of pearl, egg shell and minerals. These are the chopsticks Liberace would have used. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. The handle is coated with Acrylic and the tip in natural Urushi lacquer finish. They are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the...

The Seiun Wakasa chopsticks have a multitude of layers of lacquer and resin to make this incredible pattern. Yellow, black, red, green and brown layers make a most unique coloring. Naturally heat and water resistant. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have an Acrylic protective finish. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay.

Elegant chopsticks that embody serenity. The Tenka Akebono Wakasa chopsticks are black and dark red layered showing beautiful streaks of subtle color. There's a Tensoge angled bevel at the handle end. The handles have an almost octagon shape. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have an Acrylic protective finish. Chopsticks are 9.125 inches long with lightly textured tips. Hand made in Obama, Japan on the shores of Wakasa Bay. ...

Handmade travel chopsticks made of ebony wood with a urushi finish. The set includes chopsticks, wood rest, fabric travel pouch, and wood presentation storage box. The hand-carved shape is considered one of the finest of chopstick shapes and is comfortable to hold. The chopsticks are made of Diospyros ebenum (Ebony) wood harvested in Indonesia. The chopsticks have a fine metal furl with precise machining of threads for a solid and non-wobbly connection of the chopstick halves. The collapsed...

Gorgeous sparkling blue frost Wakasa chopsticks with mother of pearl inlay. Stunningly beautiful chopsticks. Natural dark wood base with textured tips. They have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have a Polyester protective finish. These dishwasher safe chopsticks are 9 inches long and lovingly hand made in Japan.

Gorgeous sparkling pink frost Wakasa chopsticks with mother of pearl inlay. Stunningly beautiful chopsticks. Natural dark wood base with textured tips. The chopsticks have a base of Malas wood (Homalium tomentosum), harvested in Indonesia. They have a Polyester protective finish. These dishwasher safe chopsticks are 8.25 inches long and lovingly hand made in Japan.

A dark wood chopstick with a sleek black handle. The textured tip allows for easy handling of food. Adorned with a rectangular reflective foil on both sides. These chopsticks are 9 inches in length. Made in Japan.

A dark wood chopstick with a sleek red handle. The textured tip allows for easy handling of food. Adorned with a rectangular reflective foil on both sides. These chopsticks are 8.25 inches in length. Made in Japan.

Gorgeous Wakasa traditional layered lacquered chopsticks. Black with layers of deep orange and tan. Every pair is hand made. Chopsticks are 9 inches long. Made in Japan.

Gloss black Wakasa Japanese chopsticks with swirls of deep red. The deep red design follows the Mingei movement; A folk craftstyle founded by Yanagi Sōetsu, where the beauty of art is found in ordinary life. The Wakasa Mingei Tsuishu chopsticks are 9 inches in length with textured tips for easy handling. Handmade in Japan.