Kanazawa Gold Leaf

Hand-painted textile dyeing centered in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. Developed from Kyoto's yuzen technique during the Edo period, featuring distinctive Kaga color sensibilities and elaborate floral designs. Maintains yuzen traditions while preserving regionally unique techniques. Designated as a National Traditional Craft.

A traditional craft of gold and silver leaf manufactured in Kanazawa, Ishikawa. The ultra-thin metal foil is beaten to uniform thickness, commanding over 99% of Japan's market share. Used across architecture, crafts, cosmetics and more, its high quality from Edo-period techniques is recognized both domestically and internationally.

Hand-painted textile dyeing centered in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. Developed from Kyoto's yuzen technique during the Edo period, featuring distinctive Kaga color sensibilities and elaborate floral designs. Maintains yuzen traditions while preserving regionally unique techniques. Designated as a National Traditional Craft.

A leading school of yuzen dyeing developed in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture since the Edo period. Characterized by elegant and lavish motifs inspired by flowers, birds, and nature, with particularly delicate expressions of insect-eaten leaves and morning dew. Using paste-resist and yuzen brushes through meticulous hand-work, it produces refined kimono distinct from Kyoto yuzen.

A traditional craft in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, accounting for over 99% of Japan's gold leaf production. The craftsmanship of beating gold to 1/10,000mm thickness is unparalleled worldwide. Applied to Buddhist altars, folding screens, and architectural decoration, and recently to cosmetics and food, it radiates the golden glow that symbolizes Kanazawa.

A school of Yuzen dyeing developed in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. Compared to Kyo-Yuzen, it features more realistic botanical motifs and subdued colors known as the 'Kaga five colors.' With unique techniques such as insect-bite motifs and tip-shading, it is a signature Kanazawa craft embodying the refinement of samurai culture.

High-quality lacquerware produced in Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture. Continuing tradition from the Heian period, known for durable and beautiful lacquer finish. Completed through intricate manufacturing processes, it represents the highest quality lacquerware. Designated as a Japanese traditional craft, ranging from tableware to decorative items.