The Shiitake Mushroom Chopstick Rest is more than just a cute ornament; it has an important role to play at your table. Chopstick rests are an essential part of traditional Japanese dining, but they also serve a secondary role: bringing character and personality to your place settings. Individual chopstick rests for each place setting are an excellent way to bring whimsy and conversation to your culinary entertaining, and this cute Shiitake Mushroom Chopstick Rest will be a charming addition to any collection. Handcrafted by talented artisans in Japan’s Gifu Prefecture, this little mushroom is so meticulously made that it could easily be mistaken for an actual mushroom! Even the underside has been carefully detailed, featuring finely carved gill patterns and a robust stem. The design keeps the charming little mushroom firmly in place while proudly performing its essential duty: keeping your chopsticks elevated.