Handcrafted Walnut Chopsticks with Padauk Rest – Personalization and Gift Box Included

A handcrafted pair of Walnut chopsticks paired with a Padauk rest, designed for everyday use with a smooth, balanced feel in the hand. The exact set shown is the one you will receive, highlighting the natural grain, rich tones, and contrast unique to each piece.

Unlike mass-produced chopsticks, each pair is shaped and finished entirely by hand. The refined taper, precise tips, and smooth surface create a more controlled and intentional dining experience, while the Padauk rest adds both function and bold visual contrast.

Crafted with a Purpose
Walnut is known for its rich brown tones and smooth, consistent grain. Its natural feel and balanced density make it well-suited for chopsticks, offering durability along with a comfortable, controlled grip. The Padauk rest provides a vibrant reddish contrast, complementing the darker Walnut while keeping the chopstick tips elevated for cleanliness and presentation.

Each pair of chopsticks begins with a carefully chosen piece of hardwood, selected for its grain and character. Both sticks are crafted from the same piece, creating a naturally matched pair. From there, each blank is shaped by hand—planed and sanded to a fine taper, then refined into a subtle faceted form near the top before being smoothed into its final shape. The tips are rounded and finished entirely by hand, giving each pair a precise yet natural feel. The finishing process is slow and deliberate. Five coats of tung oil are applied, with days of drying and sanding between each layer, followed by a final cure. The chopsticks are then polished with stone and beeswax to achieve their smooth, refined finish. From start to finish, each pair takes 20 to 30 days to complete—resulting in chopsticks defined by precision, balance, and a uniquely smooth feel in the hand.

Design Features
• Hand-shaped and sanded finish provides a smooth, refined surface for precise control
• Matched pair crafted from the same piece of wood ensures natural balance and consistency
• Fine tapered tips improve grip and usability across a variety of foods
• Padauk rest keeps chopstick tips elevated for cleanliness and presentation
• Subtle faceted upper design enhances grip while maintaining comfort
• Fully hand-finished surface creates a uniquely smooth tactile feel
• Food-safe tung oil and beeswax finish protects the wood for everyday use

OPTIONAL Custom Engraving (No extra cost)
• Up to 15 characters can be engraved on each chopstick
• Each chopstick can have a different engraving
• The second chopstick can be engraved in Katakana (Japanese)
• On request, we will provide Katakana translation
• Examples of engraving shown in pictures

Please include engraving description in the personalization box on Etsy.

Perfect for
• Everyday dining with a refined, handcrafted feel
• Unique and meaningful personalized gifts
• Japanese cuisine enthusiasts
• Thoughtful birthday or housewarming gifts

Dimensions and Weight
Chopsticks (each is hand shaped, so dimensions are approximate)
• 9 1/4 inches (235 mm) long
• 3/8 inch (8 mm) at widest
• 1/16 inch (1.5mm ) at tip

Rest
• 1 3/4 x 7/8 x 3/4 inches (45 x 22 x 19 mm)

Gift Case
• 9 5/8 x 1 3/8 x 3/4 inches (245 x 30 x 20 mm)

Weight
Total packaged weight: 8 oz

Includes:
• Pictured pair of Walnut chopsticks with engraving (free - optional)
• Padauk chopstick rest
• Gift box

Materials
• Walnut
• Padauk
• Case: ABS Plastic
• Food-safe finish: Tung oil and beeswax

Care Instructions
• Hand clean only
• Do not use in dishwasher
• Optional: to restore finish, refresh with food grade wax

FREE Shipping within the continental US
Shipping will occur within 1 to 3 days and all shipping is done using USPS ground advantage with tracking. Please note that engraving may add a extra day to prepare the order for shipping.