Cutest Treasure to Hoard: Handmade Shell 'Tehu' Chopstick Rests to Gift!

2019.11.27 published

Recently found something that made my heart flutter♡

I found the cutest product at Mitsukoshi in Ginza♡

Here it is♡

It's a chopstick rest from a brand called "Tefu"♡

It sparkles and feels smooth to the touch.

Made not from plastic or resin, but from beautiful and high-quality shells like white shell, light pink shell, and black-lipped shell, as well as buffalo horn, which are all "mother-of-pearl" materials.*

I was completely captivated by its cool touch and mystical shine.....♡

The motifs are just too cute...!♡

The technique of processing shells for decorative items, such as inlay, is a classic craft that dates back to the Jomon period.

While it is a traditional and sophisticated method, the charm of "Tefu" products lies in their incorporation of pop and contemporary designs while utilizing such ancient techniques.*

Not just the flower-shaped chopstick rest,

✅ Dog and cat motifs♡

(Many people want to take one home because it resembles their pets!)

✅ Christmas motifs♡

✅ Hina Matsuri motifs♡

✅ Kakigori (shaved ice) motifs♡

And various other variations♡

(The Tokyo Tower, sunflowers, trumpets, and other musical instrument designs were also adorable!)

In addition to chopstick rests, there were also accessories and traditional Japanese items, but what I wanted most was this shell cutlery.

The soft shine and shape that you can't find in stainless steel or silver is wonderful.*

It would be amazing to enjoy fruits and sweets with this stylish spoon and fork♡

It would definitely elevate your home dessert time.

I want to gift it to someone with great taste＊

Items from "Tefu" are sure to be appreciated by those older than you♡

Since they are handmade domestic products crafted from shell work and rare natural materials, they are perfect gifts to convey the excellence of Japan to foreign friends.*

Of course, it's also wonderful to give them to close people as a celebration gift for occasions like new home celebrations, weddings, etc., saying, "Look what I found!"♡

(The recipient will surely want to start their own collection♩)

"Tefu" products are available at department stores like Mitsukoshi and Takashimaya♡

There are also many pop-ups, so it seems best to check their Instagram for where they are being sold.

Be sure to go and see the real thing first♩

➡︎ Here is the Instagram account for "Tefu"＊＊＊