Kinsai Black Glaze Japanese Flower Vase DESIGN_Saiyu In this furoshiki—Japan’s classic wrapping

In this furoshiki—Japan’s classic wrapping cloth—two boldly illustrated whales swim gracefully through the water in a dynamic and expressive design

capturing the soft layering of petals and leaves

The contrast between polished and frosted surfaces is visually striking

Autumn is a time of abundance

Kinsai Black Glaze Japanese Flower Vase DESIGN_Saiyu In this furoshiki—Japan’s classic wrappingThis beautiful Japanese vase is made of gold leaf, of which Kanazawa City in Ishikawa Prefecture is said to produce 99% in Japan. It uses a technique called kinsai, one of the remarkable techniques of Kutani ware. The collaboration of Kutani ware, a well known traditional craft of Ishikawa Prefecture, and Kanazawa gold leaf creates an elegant and traditional atmosphere, making it a special art piece. The way the gold leaf is applied by the artist