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A Spark of Tradition, with a Playful Charm
This accessory box is part of a striking series that blends the rich, lustrous beauty of Kanazawa gold leaf—boasting over 450 years of tradition—with the bold compositions and vibrant colors of ukiyo-e. Each piece captures a mysterious, dreamlike quality, as the artwork shifts in appearance with the angle of light—truly a “living art piece.” This design draws inspiration from "The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō as Told by Cats (Neko no Edo Gojūsanbiki)", a beloved work by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, one of the most popular ukiyo-e artists of the Edo period. The piece is a delightful ode to cats—crafted for feline lovers worldwide. Each cat is playfully depicted acting out puns or visual jokes based on the names of various locations in Japan: from lounging and napping to stealing bites of food. In one charming example, a cat from Fuchu (a city in Tokyo) is shown completely “muu-chuu” (infatuated) with a fish—an amusing wordplay on the Japanese pronunciation of “fuchu” and “muchuu” (being absorbed). Individually handcrafted with care, this item is well-loved as a gift for cat enthusiasts and art fans alike, and also makes a wonderful souvenir from Japan. Beyond its practical use for storing accessories or small keepsakes, it’s a decorative piece that brings joy and whimsy to everyday life. Learn More