Neko Chigura Mike Japanese Chopstick Rest
Gift Wrapping Service
What's included: a rigid gift box in plum-blossom pink with a washi-patterned band, tissue wrap to protect your pieces, and a gift invoice that lists the items without prices and carries your gift message. The gift box ships inside a plain outer carton. $4.90 per box.
How many boxes do you need?
| Items | Per box |
|---|---|
| Chopstick rests, sauce dishes, cups, small bowls (up to 12 cm) | up to 6 |
| Rice bowls, mugs, plates up to 20 cm, flasks | up to 4 |
| Plates 23–28 cm, ramen bowls, saucepans up to 18 cm | up to 2 |
| Donabe, wok, frypan, kettle, teapot, knife | 1 each |
| Sets (bowl sets, pair sets, gift sets) | 1 per set |
Not sure? Add one box and leave your gift message in the order note at checkout — we'll adjust the count before dispatch. Rice cookers and konro grills can't be wrapped.
Neko Chigura Mike Japanese Chopstick Rest
This chopstick rest is modelled on Mike, the calico cat of the Neko Chigura series, caught mid-frolic with its markings drawn in soft blue on white ceramic.
At 4.4cm long it holds a pair of chopsticks clear of the table between mouthfuls, and it works equally well as a rest for a spoon or serving fork.
What's Included
- 1 x Neko Chigura Mike Japanese Chopstick Rest
Key Features
- Mike Calico Cat Design: Shaped as a frolicking calico cat with markings in soft blue on white.
- Keeps the Table Clean: Holds chopsticks, spoons, or serving forks clear of the tablecloth.
- Mino Ware Craftsmanship: Made in Japan from durable, high-quality ceramic.
- Everyday Practicality: Dishwasher and microwave safe for easy use and care.
Pairs with our range of Japanese chopsticks.
Care Instructions
- Dishwasher and microwave safe.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator.
- Not suitable for use in an oven or on direct heat.
- As this is artisanal pottery, please expect minor imperfections and slight variations in colour and shape.
About Daitoua
Daitoua is a Japanese pottery manufacturer with a long-standing tradition of producing durable, characterful tableware. Known for designs that blend everyday functionality with expressive illustration — including their beloved cat and animal motifs — Daitoua pieces bring warmth and personality to the dining table.
About Mino Ware
Mino ware (Mino-yaki) is a style of Japanese pottery produced in the Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest pottery-producing region. Its history spans over 1,300 years, and its adaptable designs have evolved to suit changing lifestyles, making it the most popular style of pottery in Japan today.
Specifications
| Brand | Daitoua |
| Series | Neko Chigura |
| Design | Mike (Calico Cat) |
| Colour | Blue and White |
| Dimensions | Approx. 4.4cm (L) x 3.3cm (W) x 1.2cm (H) |
| Material | Ceramic (Mino Ware) |
| Packaging | Protective Wrapping |
| Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Microwave Safe | Yes |
| Oven Safe | No |
| Country of Origin | Made in Japan |
Shipping with Care
- Origin: Shipped from our Sydney store.
- Speed: Sent within 1–2 business days.
- Carrier: Australia Post, with Express Post available at checkout.
- Packing: Securely packed and insured against damage in transit.
- Shipping: Free for orders over $99 (NSW) or $149 (rest of Australia).
- Returns: 30-day returns — shop with confidence.
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