Cutlery Rest Shooting Star - Set of 2 meta-filter-Type-diaries Hayashi Kougei are a traditional

Hayashi Kougei are a traditional Japanese paper manufacturer based in Gifu

We particularly like the Morinoki range

but the fabric adds extra moisture protection

We're particularly fond of the versatility of this teapot: stack on top of one of Hasami's bowls of the same diameter for easy storage

Tokusen Sakura Usuzumi translates as “excellent cherry blossom pale-grey"

Cutlery Rest Shooting Star - Set of 2 meta-filter-Type-diaries Hayashi Kougei are a traditionalWe Say Futagami, a historic brass casting works, collaborated with designer Oji Masanori, creating a range of minimalist contemporary homeware items. This gave a new twist to the brand, fusing traditional techniques with contemporary design and function. Expertly handcrafted in Takaoka, Japan, this solid brass knife and fork rest will keep your cutlery in order perfect for those special dining occasions. Selector's Notes Over time, the brass undergoes