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Oborozuki Lacquered Cup – A Hazy Moon in Gold Leaf on Natural Wood This elegant cup is made from natural Japanese Zelkova, its grain beautifully highlighted by the soft glow of a hazy moon depicted in genuine gold leaf. It adds a refined touch to both Japanese and Western dining scenes. Wooden cups are excellent for warm drinks, as they do not easily transfer heat to the hand. The form fits comfortably in the palm, and when filled with a hot beverage, the warmth is gently conveyed. Zelkova wood is known for its fine grain, durability, and water resistance, making it ideal for long-lasting tableware. A New Aesthetic of Functional Beauty — Enjoying Natural and Traditional Beauty in Modern Life This piece is not only beautiful to look at, but thoughtfully designed for contemporary living. It combines warmth with clean lines, creating a harmonious balance. By placing a gold-leaf moon onto the natural grain of wood, the grain itself becomes a serene landscape—resulting in tableware with quiet presence and elegance. The cup is a culmination of master craftsmanship. Skilled woodworkers shave the Zelkova wood thinly, applying a fine lacquer that enhances its natural beauty. The moon is delicately rendered by a foil artisan, using only gold leaf to evoke the atmosphere of a moon floating in the night sky. Learn More

Oborozuki Lacquered Cup – A Hazy Moon in Gold Leaf on Natural Wood This elegant cup is made from natural Japanese Zelkova, its grain beautifully highlighted by the soft glow of a hazy moon depicted in genuine gold leaf. It adds a refined touch to both Japanese and Western dining scenes. Wooden cups are excellent for warm drinks, as they do not easily transfer heat to the hand. The form fits comfortably in the palm, and when filled with a hot beverage, the warmth is gently conveyed. Zelkova wood is known for its fine grain, durability, and water resistance, making it ideal for long-lasting tableware. A New Aesthetic of Functional Beauty — Enjoying Natural and Traditional Beauty in Modern Life This piece is not only beautiful to look at, but thoughtfully designed for contemporary living. It combines warmth with clean lines, creating a harmonious balance. By placing a gold-leaf moon onto the natural grain of wood, the grain itself becomes a serene landscape—resulting in tableware with quiet presence and elegance. The cup is a culmination of master craftsmanship. Skilled woodworkers shave the Zelkova wood thinly, applying a fine lacquer that enhances its natural beauty. The moon is delicately rendered by a foil artisan, using only gold leaf to evoke the atmosphere of a moon floating in the night sky. Learn More

An Elegant Tableware Piece Depicting a Hazy Moon in Gold Leaf Crafted from natural Japanese Zelkova, delicately shaved by skilled wood artisans, this refined piece features a poetic moon rendered solely in gold leaf by expert foil artisans. The faintly shadowed form captures a subtle, emotional beauty. Originally designed as a sake cup, it also serves beautifully as a small dish for side items or condiments. Its graceful presence enhances both Japanese and Western table settings, and it is also admired as a decorative plate. A New Aesthetic of Practical Beauty — Embracing Nature and Tradition in Modern Life More than just visual beauty, this piece is designed to suit today’s living spaces. It combines warmth with sharp, modern form. The natural wood grain becomes a serene landscape, enhanced by a gold-leaf moon — a minimalist design that balances elegance and presence. This tableware is the result of expert craftsmanship: the wood is finely shaped by seasoned artisans, lacquered to bring out its natural beauty, and finished with a softly gleaming moon expressed through gold leaf alone, creating the impression of a moon suspended in a quiet night sky. Learn More

A Natural Wooden Bowl Featuring a Hazy Moon in Genuine Gold Leaf The subtle form of a hazy moon, crafted from genuine gold leaf, glows gently against the natural grain of this wooden bowl. Whether on a Japanese or Western-style table, it adds a touch of refined elegance. Inspired by Japan’s iconic cherry blossoms, this bowl is especially popular as a souvenir or gift for international guests. "A New Aesthetic of Practical Beauty" — Embracing Nature and Tradition in Modern Life Rather than focusing solely on beauty, this piece was designed with everyday living in mind. It offers warmth while maintaining a sharp, modern edge. The natural grain of the wood forms a scenic backdrop for the gold-leaf moon, resulting in a striking and poetic tableware piece. This bowl is the result of masterful craftsmanship. Skilled woodworkers shape the wood into a delicate, lightweight form, enhanced with a lacquer finish that brings out its natural character. The moon, made solely of gold leaf, is applied by expert artisans, capturing the quiet beauty of a moonlit sky. Learn More

A Natural Wooden Bowl Featuring a Hazy Moon in Genuine Gold Leaf The subtle form of a hazy moon, crafted from genuine gold leaf, glows gently against the natural grain of this wooden bowl. Whether on a Japanese or Western-style table, it adds a touch of refined elegance. Inspired by Japan’s iconic cherry blossoms, this bowl is especially popular as a souvenir or gift for international guests. "A New Aesthetic of Practical Beauty" — Embracing Nature and Tradition in Modern Life Rather than focusing solely on beauty, this piece was designed with everyday living in mind. It offers warmth while maintaining a sharp, modern edge. The natural grain of the wood forms a scenic backdrop for the gold-leaf moon, resulting in a striking and poetic tableware piece. This bowl is the result of masterful craftsmanship. Skilled woodworkers shape the wood into a delicate, lightweight form, enhanced with a lacquer finish that brings out its natural character. The moon, made solely of gold leaf, is applied by expert artisans, capturing the quiet beauty of a moonlit sky. Learn More

A Natural Wood Plate Adorned with a Gold Oborozuki Moon A delicate oborozuki (hazy moon) motif in genuine gold leaf glows gently against the natural grain of the wood. This handcrafted plate adds an elegant touch to both Japanese and Western dining scenes. << A New Expression of Functional Beauty >> Enjoying the harmony of nature and tradition in daily life More than just a beautiful object, this plate is designed for everyday use in modern living spaces. Its form combines warmth with sharp, minimalist elegance. By placing a gold leaf oborozuki on a base that highlights the natural wood grain, the grain itself becomes a tranquil landscape—resulting in refined, artful tableware. This piece is born of exceptional craftsmanship. A master woodturner carefully shaves the wood to a delicate thinness, enhancing its natural beauty through layers of fuki-urushi (wiped lacquer). The moon is rendered by a skilled artisan using only genuine gold leaf to evoke a serene and floating celestial scene. Learn More

A Natural Wood Plate Adorned with a Gold Oborozuki Moon A delicate oborozuki (hazy moon) motif in genuine gold leaf glows gently against the natural grain of the wood. This handcrafted plate adds an elegant touch to both Japanese and Western dining scenes. << A New Expression of Functional Beauty >> Enjoying the harmony of nature and tradition in daily life More than just a beautiful object, this plate is designed for everyday use in modern living spaces. Its form combines warmth with sharp, minimalist elegance. By placing a gold leaf oborozuki on a base that highlights the natural wood grain, the grain itself becomes a tranquil landscape—resulting in refined, artful tableware. This piece is born of exceptional craftsmanship. A master woodturner carefully shaves the wood to a delicate thinness, enhancing its natural beauty through layers of fuki-urushi (wiped lacquer). The moon is rendered by a skilled artisan using only genuine gold leaf to evoke a serene and floating celestial scene. Learn More

This collection unifies the design and specifications of five chopstick rests, each inspired by a different view of Mt. Fuji. These designs are based on five iconic scenes from Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji by Katsushika Hokusai—one of Japan’s most celebrated artists, known worldwide. Each scene has been reinterpreted with a modern aesthetic. Among the many depictions of Mt. Fuji, the rare "Red Fuji" is especially auspicious. It is said to bring good fortune to those who see it, as it is a fleeting and beautiful sight. ・Koshu Misaka Suimen (Lake Surface at Misaka in Kai Province) Mt. Fuji reflected on a calm lake, where a single small boat floats. A tranquil scene capturing silence and serenity. ・Gotenyama no Fuji (Fuji from Gotenyama) A spring scene depicting cherry blossoms in full bloom, where viewers can enjoy both sakura and Mt. Fuji together. ・Gaifu Kaisei (South Wind, Clear Sky) A breathtaking moment when Mt. Fuji glows red in the early morning, between summer and autumn. Known as “Red Fuji,” it evokes awe and wonder. ・Kanagawa-oki Nami-ura (The Great Wave off Kanagawa) Mt. Fuji stands still in the distance beyond the surging waves—an iconic contrast between motion and stillness, near and far. ・Koshu Isawa Akatsuki (Dawn at Isawa in Kai Province) The beginning of a new day. Mt. Fuji is illuminated by the rising sun in a powerful and hopeful image. Learn More

Kanazawa gold leaf Folding Fan is a handcrafted fan made by Hakuichi, with meticulous attention to detail in every stage from the fan surface and ribs to the final assembly all crafted by skilled artisans. Inspired by “Dragon and Clouds” Folding Screen by Tawaraya Sōtatsu, a Master Painter of the Edo Period This exquisite fan draws inspiration from Tawaraya Sōtatsu’s renowned folding screen, “Dragon and Clouds.” It explores the accidental beauty of bleeding ink created through the traditional tarashikomi technique*, where layers of ink naturally blend to form organic, unpredictable patterns. Delicate gold leaf is scattered across the fan surface, harmonizing with the gentle flow of ink and adding a refined shimmer to the quiet elegance of the design. This fan is a small yet special piece that captures the subtle aesthetics of Japanese painting—unfolding like a blossoming flower in the palm of your hand. The fan’s shape—broadening toward the end—symbolizes prosperity and growth in Japanese culture, making it a thoughtful and auspicious gift. We also offer matching fan pouches for easy carrying, as well as a name engraving service—perfect for personal use or gifting. Create your very own custom fan with details that reflect your unique taste. About Tawaraya Sōtatsu A pioneering artist of the Rinpa school, Tawaraya Sōtatsu is celebrated for his signature tarashikomi technique. By layering inks of varying density, he achieved a distinctive, flowing texture—an interplay of chance and intention that defines his timeless style. Learn More