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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

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 Harmonious Blend of Elegance and Craftsmanship Cutipol’s cutlery, born from a pursuit of graceful curves, meets the refined brilliance of Hakuichi’s gold leaf. The shimmering gold is applied using the traditional chirashi (scattered foil) technique, enhancing the form with subtle elegance. Each piece is unique—its expression shaped by the delicate and unrepeatable nature of gold leaf. Suitable for both Western and Japanese table settings, this spoon and fork pair makes an ideal gift for weddings or a refined touch for high-end hospitality. Learn More

Perfect for Special Occasions or as a Gift This is a set of five lucky charm chopstick rests, each adorned with gold leaf and featuring auspicious motifs. A collaboration between Kutani ware, a traditional craft from Ishikawa Prefecture, and genuine gold leaf. This is an exclusive, original set from Hakuichi, combining tradition with good fortune. These versatile pieces can also be used as brush rests or paperweights. ◇ Daruma ◇ A symbol of family safety, good health, and victory. Daruma from Kinjiro is especially believed to bring financial fortune. ◇ Folding Fan ◇ The fan’s spreading shape symbolizes expanding prospects and a bright future. ◇ Gourd (Hyotan) ◇ Said to invite happiness and success, while also serving as a charm for protection and good health. ◇ Waves and Plovers (Nami Chidori) ◇ Plovers (chidori) are considered symbols of victory and goal achievement, as “chidori” can be interpreted as “taking a thousand.” ◇ Sea Bream (Tai) ◇ Associated with the word “medetai” (auspicious/celebratory), the sea bream symbolizes good fortune and harmony with others. Learn More

This art panel depicts cranes and turtles—symbols of longevity—rising gracefully upward alongside gold leaf.

This art panel blends traditional techniques such as Kanazawa gold leaf, Kanazawa Mizuhiki, and hyōsō (mounting), with a design suited to today’s lifestyle. Its simple and lightweight construction makes it easy to display casually in spaces like the living room. The "Kanazawa Mizuhiki – Crane and Turtle" series expresses the uplifting image of cranes and turtles—symbols of longevity—rising gracefully with shimmering gold leaf. Enjoy this piece in your home as a symbol of good fortune and a celebration of tradition in everyday life.

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This art panel depicts cranes and turtles—symbols of longevity—rising gracefully upward alongside gold leaf.

Crafted using the traditional Kanazawa Mizuhiki technique, it features auspicious motifs of cranes and turtles. The elegant combination of deep blue and gold leaf blends beautifully with modern interior design. By harmonizing traditional techniques such as Kanazawa gold leaf, Kanazawa Mizuhiki, and hyōsō (mounting art), the piece is designed in a style that allows it to be easily displayed in everyday spaces like the living room.

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This art panel combines traditional Japanese techniques such as Kanazawa gold leaf, Kanazawa mizuhiki, and hyōsō (mounting methods used in hanging scrolls), reimagined to suit contemporary living spaces. Designed to suit modern living spaces, this art panel features a thoughtfully considered size and lightweight construction—making it easy for even a single person to hang, such as a woman decorating her own space. It combines traditional Japanese techniques such as Kanazawa gold leaf, Kanazawa Mizuhiki, and hyōsō (traditional mounting), creating a refined blend of craftsmanship and contemporary style. The piece titled “Kanazawa Mizuhiki Fūryū” incorporates a tamakmusubi (decorative knot) representing nanten berries—often used in simple Mizuhiki designs—along with motifs of pine, symbolizing good fortune and longevity.

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