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Sit down to a meal in Japan and one will be expected to dine using Japanese Chopsticks. Shorter and rounder than their Chinese counterparts, these standard eating utensils have been in use in the kitchens and dining rooms of Japan for thousands of years. But their usefulness extends beyond the culinary and is limited only by the imagination. Women practicing the art of the Geisha in Japan found a use for the chopstick in sculpting the intricate hairstyles for which they are known. Their long black hair could be pulled up, twisted into buns, and secured with the ersatz hair pins. Perhaps the first woman to do so was intrigued by the beauty of inlaid ivory against her dark tresses but the custom is still in practice today. Collectors will enjoy the diversity of these simple artistic beauties. An online search will find everything from outrageously expensive antiques available through the most exclusive auction houses to whimsical, inexpensive items sold on specialty websites. Materials range from plastic to exotic woods and may be simple in design or ornately carved or painted to fit any decor. Whether a beginning collector or a long time enthusiast, the variety and price range are sure to please. The more practical individual can find many ways to display their collectibles within the home and garden. Craftier people will enjoy coming up with new and exciting ideas to display their prizes such as fashioning unique picture frames or trellises for indoor house plants. Outdoor gardeners can purchase the least expensive of these versatile tools and use them to stake their delicate seedlings. From cultured display cases to cozy kitchen cabinets there are many ways to enjoy Japanese chopsticks. Peruse a local Asian market or a conduct an internet search to spark one's creative process. In a few short moments one will begin to appreciate how simplicity contrasts with intricacy of this ancient art form. Are you looking for traditional Asian dinnerware, home decor, kitchenware, and Japanese cookware? MrsLinsKitchen.com offers a huge selection of Asian home decor and kitchen equipment to suit any taste or budget. To set the ideal Asian table and serve the Asian foods that you love, choose the Chinese or Japanese Chopsticks that will complement your tableware. (http://www.mrslinskitchen.com/chopsticks-and-chopstick-gift-sets.html)
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