"Polar bear chopstick rest M" is on sale at "CINRA.STORE", an online store that sells miscellaneous goods co-produced with artists and creators. The price is 3,240 yen (tax included, shipping not included).

A lovely figure (Source: CINRA.STORE)
A lovely figure (Source: CINRA.STORE)

The polar bear chopstick rest is a work created by potter Naomi Ashida, who was attracted to the movement of the polar bear's neck. The cuteness of the polar bear is expressed in a chubby, three-dimensional shape.

Cute even when viewed from directly above (Source: CINRA.STORE)
Cute even when viewed from directly above (Source: CINRA.STORE)

As each item is handmade one by one, there is a slight difference in the look and shape of the finished product. Also, it can be used not only as a chopstick rest but also as a paper weight.

Just looking at the round eyes will make you feel attached (Source: CINRA.STORE)
Just looking at the round eyes will make you feel attached (Source: CINRA.STORE)