“Gavan is on the dining table”──This single sentence alone is probably enough to make any tokusatsu fan's heart pound. “Space Sheriff Gavan,” which debuted in 1982 and still captures the hearts of many fans, has an idea that transforms his jumping pose directly into a chopstick rest. It is an item for adults that not only evokes nostalgia but also fuses practicality and playfulness. The presence condensed in the small size has an appeal that makes you want to show someone and ask, “Isn’t this amazing?” every time you look at it.

The material used for this chopstick rest is pure tin. As is evident from its use in tableware since ancient times, it is a metal excellent in safety and hygiene, and is also said to have an antibacterial effect. But what is surprising is the fineness of the molding. Within just 7cm, the lines of Gavan's metallic body and the details of his suit are meticulously reproduced; this should no longer be called an “ornament” but a single “work of art.” The texture created by the handiwork of a casting artisan gives it a depth that cannot be achieved by machines.

The way to use it is completely free. It is designed to be enjoyable not only as a place to rest chopsticks but also as a 1/24 scale metal figure if painted, and this flexibility also tickles the fans’ hearts. Of course, painting it would make it unusable for dining, but when displayed on a shelf, there is absolutely no sense of incongruity, and it has enough presence as an interior item. The shine of the metal suit will gently bring the soul of tokusatsu into your life, as if inserting a single point of light into the space.

The sophisticated aspect of this product is that it doesn't end merely as a chopstick rest. What comes as an instruction manual is none other than a “Gavan Original Menko.” This item, which is imbued with the scent of Showa retro, is a gem that will spontaneously evoke a sense of nostalgia, and it holds a “value beyond a bonus” that exceeds the frame of an instruction manual. Your heart is sure to be tickled by the new charm of “Gavan” in your hands as an adult, accompanied by the feeling of childhood memories coming back to life.