Showing the Charms of Arita Pottery with Cute Chopsticks Rests

SPECIALTHANKS (@specialthanksjp) is an online shop that specialises in Arita and Hasami pottery. Their bestsellers are their uniquely designed irresistibly cute chopstick rests. The adorableness or beauty of the chopstick rests will lift your mood, making your meal even more enjoyable.

• Arita Town Specialty Pottery
• The Scenery of Arita Town
• SPECIALTHANKS’ Chopstick Rests

One of SPECIALTHANKS most interesting chopstick rest designs is the mayonnaise and condiment friends series. The indent for resting the chopsticks is the key detail, making it look like a half-used squeeze bottle of ketchup, sauce, or mayonnaise. 

Arita Town Specialty Pottery

SPECIALTHANKS is an online shop that offers international and Japan nationwide shipping of its Arita and Hasami pottery. They are based in Kyushu, specifically Saga Prefecture’s Arita Town, which is famous for Arita-yaki (有田焼) as a local product.

While, Hasami-yaki (波佐見焼), that they also make, is the local product of neighbouring Nagasaki Prefecture’s Hasami Town. 

Aside from chopsticks rests, SPECIALTHANKS also makes mugs, plates, bowls, teapots, and other dishware. All originally designed and handmade. Check out their online store if you are interested in browsing or buying their ceramics. 

SPECIAL THANKS Online Shop : https://specialthanks.jp/

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The Scenery of Arita Town

Despite being a pottery shop, SPECIALTHANKS uses their social media accounts to share photos and convey the atmosphere of Arita Town. The occasional photos of Pottery Village Arita Town amidst the chopstick rests exudes a calm and soothing atmosphere. And for Japanese viewers, perhaps even a sense of nostalgia. 

今の有田町
Arita Town right now. 

おはようございます。
今日の有田町
雪がちょっと積もっています⛄️

Good morning.
Today’s Arita Town.
Some now has piled up

今日はスタッフで近くの公園で花見ランチしてきました
Today, our staff went to the nearby park for hanami lunch. 

The scenery in Arita Town also gives inspiration to the craftsman, like these bird (plover) chopstick rests.

最近有田町では夕方に鳥の大群が現れるようになり話題となっています。数千羽はいると思われる鳥の大群は圧巻でちょっと怖いくらいです。チャンスがあれば今度動画を撮りに行きたいと思います。

Recently large flocks of birds fly over Arita Town during the evening, and it has become a hot topic. The flock of birds that number around a thousand is incredible but also a little scary. If there is a chance, I am thinking of taking a video of them. 

And sure enough, they did record videos of the birds in this post. 

SPECIALTHANKS’ Chopstick Rests

SPECIALTHANKS’ main product is chopstick rest. They have many designs available including animals, food, items, flowers, and more. Many of their designs are inspired by current trends, the seasons, and celebrations. Let’s look at some of them. 

Capybara 

>風呂の日といえば
カピバラ箸置き有田焼♨
そっと目を閉じ、温泉にでもつかっているような気持ちよさそうな表情に癒されます。

Speaking of Bath Day (風呂の日)
Arita-ware capybara chopstick rests 
With gently closed eyes, expresses the feeling of relaxation when soaking in a hot spring. 

Winter Theme

Chopstick rests in the shape of polar bears, penguins, seals, and snowmen wearing scarfs (different colours available) to match the winter theme. 

凍結祭り
Freezing Festival 

Oshikatsu 

「推し oshi」is a term for a favourite idol or idol group that someone supports as a fan. Anything one does as a fan is called 「推し活 oshikatsu」. In idol groups, colours are usually used to identify each member. As part of oshikatsu, fans buy items or merchandise in the colour of the member they stan. This includes wearing a particular colour T-shirt when attending concerts. 

推し活が話題ですね。
健全な推し活にもぴったりな有田焼Tシャツ箸置きを置きます。

Oshikatsu is trending now. 
Arita-ware T-shirt chopstick rests to support your oshikatsu lifestyle.

Lucky Items for Passing Exams

Wishing good luck to examinees with lucky chopsticks rests. 

明日から共通テストですね。
受験生のみなさん体調に気を付けながらがんばってください！
合格祈願の縁起がいいゲン担ぎ箸置きを置きます。

The common test for university admissions starts tomorrow. 
To all the examinees, take care of your health and do your best!
Prayers for success with auspicious chopstick rests. 

Pizza

These chopstick rests are ⅙ pizza slices. If you get 6 of them, you can assemble a whole pizza! Perfect for family of 6 or extras for when guests visit.

今日はピザの日🍕だそうなので
ピザ箸置き有田焼
こちらのピザもしっかり釜で焼いております。

Because apparently today is Pizza Day
Arita-ware pizza chopstick rests
This pizza is also baked in the oven. 

To Close

The chopstick rests made by SPECIALTHANKS are not just unique and beautiful, they also embody Japanese traditional culture and craftsmanship. Food is the main part of every meal, but cutlery and table decorations help create a nice atmosphere that stimulates your appetite. 

Follow SPECIALTHANKS social media accounts for updates on their latest products and the occasional glimpses and stories about Arita Town. If you are interested in purchasing their products, have a look at the online shop to see what’s in stock. Check the shopping guideline for instructions on how to make a purchase and delivery fees. 

Photos provided courtesy of SPECIALTHANKS (Online Shop, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook).