The History of Kanazawa Gold Leaf Crafts, Starting with Hakuichi
For nearly 450 years, Kanazawa gold leaf has primarily been used as a material for Buddhist altars and maki-e lacquerware. However, it wasn’t until 1975 that its value as a craft was formally recognized.
That year, Hakuichi became the first in Japan to create crafts featuring Kanazawa gold leaf as the centerpiece, coining the term "Kanazawa Gold Leaf Crafts."
With a desire to share the allure of Kanazawa gold leaf more broadly, we began crafting these beautiful pieces ourselves.
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Bringing the Elegance of Kanazawa Gold Leaf into Everyday Life
Since pioneering Kanazawa gold leaf crafts in Japan, we have aspired to incorporate gold leaf into daily life. While gold leaf was once known for its fragility, we developed techniques to enhance its durability, creating products safe for use by children.
Our designs reflect the changing seasons and the Japanese spirit, offering items perfect for gifts and celebrations. We also focus on trends and modern lifestyles, regularly introducing innovative products. These contemporary craft items are celebrated as traditional crafts that seamlessly integrate into modern living.
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The Beauty of Women Enhanced by Traditional Crafts Beloved by Kyoto’s Geisha
It has long been known that used gold leaf beating papers absorb excess oil. Inspired by this property, we developed and introduced Japan’s first oil blotting paper made using gold leaf beating techniques, designed to be both effective and gentle on the skin.
In recent years, it has been discovered that gold enhances skin hydration and elasticity, further expanding its appeal in beauty care.
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Gold Leaf Cosmetics Brand "KINKA"
KINKA is a natural skincare brand that pursues both beauty and effectiveness. The products feature an abundance of gold*, known for its moisturizing and firming properties. This skincare line focuses on delivering essential hydration for radiant and supple skin. Once tried, the products have a remarkably high repeat purchase rate.
In addition to their functional beauty, KINKA products are visually stunning, making them popular as decorative items that add elegance to any bathroom.
Explore KINKA products here.
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Tradition and Innovation, Reaching the World
Hakuichi takes pride in Japan's gold leaf tradition, embracing craftsmanship rooted in Japan's cultural heritage while continuing to innovate and share its beauty with the world.