This porcelain toothpick holder (つま楊枝たて) by Daimaruya (大丸屋) is part of the 招福干支 (Shōfuku Eto) series, a traditional collection celebrating the Japanese zodiac animals (干支), each symbolizing good fortune and prosperity for the year.
Shaped as a mouse (子・ねずみ), the first sign of the twelve-year zodiac cycle, this piece represents cleverness, vitality, and the promise of new beginnings. Crafted from fine white ceramic, it showcases smooth, rounded contours and a soft luster, embodying the refined simplicity of Japanese design aesthetics.
The figure’s small opening makes it a charming toothpick holder, though it can also serve as a miniature vase or decorative ornament. It comes in its original box adorned with traditional calligraphy and the Daimaruya mark, enhancing its authenticity and collectible appeal.
As part of the Shōfuku Eto line, this piece is both a practical utensil and a symbolic charm, inviting happiness and good fortune into the home throughout the year.
