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Five Whale Sharks for Your Table
In Japanese table culture, chopstick rests — known as hashioki (箸置き) — are as intentional as the bowls and plates they accompany. They tell your guest that the meal has been considered. That the table has been set with care. The Jinbei Namama Chopstick Rest Set takes that intention and makes it unforgettable: each of the five rests is a fully sculpted porcelain whale shark, rendered in deep cobalt blue with bright white dot spot markings — five different poses, five expressions of the same unhurried ocean spirit.
The Jinbei Namama Design
Jinbei (ジンベエ) is the Japanese word for whale shark — more formally jinbe-zame — the largest fish in the ocean, a creature Japan has long associated with calm, depth, and the unhurried passage of time. Each figurine in this set takes a different pose: nose-up, arcing, resting flat, mid-turn — so the full set arranged on a table reads as a small school of whale sharks in mid-drift. It is, quietly, one of the most charming table details you can own.
What You Receive
- 5 × Jinbei Namama porcelain whale shark chopstick rests
- 5 different sculptural figurine poses
- Deep cobalt blue glaze with white dot spot markings
- Presented in the Jinbei Namama teal gift box
- Designed in Japan
- Microwave safe & dishwasher safe
- Not suitable for stovetop or oven use
Why Every Japanese Table Needs Hashioki
Placing chopsticks across the top of a bowl is considered poor etiquette in Japanese dining — and pointing them upright is an absolute taboo. A dedicated hashioki solves this entirely. Used daily, chopstick rests also protect your table surface and give a visual pause between courses. Once you have them, you will wonder how you managed without them.
The Ideal Japanese Gift
This five sculptural pieces in a ready-to-give gift box is a perfect gift for housewarming , couples, dinner party hosts, sushi lovers, and anyone drawn to Japanese table aesthetics. Pairs beautifully with the Jinbei Namama Rice Bowl Pair Gift Set for a complete ocean table story.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are chopstick rests (hashioki) used for?
Chopstick rests hold your chopsticks between bites, keeping them off the table and following Japanese dining etiquette. They prevent rolling, protect your table surface, and signal that a meal has been thoughtfully prepared. Once you start using them, they become a daily essential.
What is the Jinbei Namama design?
Jinbei (ジンベエ) is the Japanese word for whale shark. The Namama series renders whale sharks as sculptural porcelain figurines in deep cobalt blue with white spot markings — each piece is a three-dimensional miniature whale shark in a distinct pose.
How many chopstick rests come in this set?
The set includes 5 porcelain whale shark chopstick rests, each in a different pose, presented in the Jinbei Namama teal gift box — ready to give straight from the box.
Are these dishwasher and microwave safe?
Yes — microwave safe and dishwasher safe. Not suitable for stovetop or oven use. Wash before first use.
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Shipping Within Australia
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| Order amount | Method | Estimated delivery | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $129 | Standard shipping | 2–6 business days after dispatch | $13.50 |
| Over $129 (after discounts) | Standard shipping | 2–6 business days after dispatch | Free shipping |
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| Method | Estimated delivery | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| International standard | 4–7 business days after dispatch | Calculated at checkout |
| International express | 2–5 business days after dispatch | Calculated at checkout |
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