Hazy Moon Dinner Plate

This item is a beautifully crafted wooden plate with a hazy moon motif created with gold leaves from Kanazawa.   

This plate is 24 cm (9.4 in) in diameter and is extremely light and easy to hold. The deep black color of the lacquer exquisitely expresses the calmness of a night sky. The delicate and random haze of the full moon is depicted by gilded gold leaves. The sharp silhouette of the moon on the black lacquer will add a modern touch to your dining table. 

It can be used as a main plate to serve chakinzushi as shown in the photo or a plentiful amount of sushi for a small gathering. Japanese confectionery will be given a lovely presentation when served on this plate for a tea party with Japanese tea.

At Hakuichi,  experienced craftsmen stretch out about 2 g (0.07 oz) of gold into a thickness of 1/10,000 of a millimeter and skilled artisans gild the gold leaves onto each plate. Thin gold leaves can be torn in a single touch, but it's the fragility of the gold leaf that creates the mystical impression of a hazy moon.

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Kanazawa gold leaf, crafted in and around Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, stands out for its glittering and elegant shine, a testament to the region's skilled craftsmanship. Dominating over 99% of Japan's gold leaf production, it plays a pivotal role in the country's cultural heritage. This exquisite material adorns many historical sites, including the iconic Nikko Toshogu Shrine, and is a key element in various traditional crafts. From lacquerware and Buddhist religious artifacts to textiles and Kutani ware, Kanazawa gold leaf is integral in shaping the Japanese aesthetic that deeply values the splendor of gold.

Kanazawa Gold Leaf

Renowned for its radiant, refined luster, Kanazawa gold leaf is crafted in and around Kanazawa City in Ishikawa Prefecture. Today, accounting for 100% of Japan’s gold leaf production, it remains at the heart of the nation’s cultural heritage.

This exceptional material has been used for centuries in Japan’s most treasured landmarks, including the iconic Nikko Toshogu Shrine. Beyond architecture, it enriches traditional crafts such as lacquerware, Buddhist ritual objects, textiles, and Kutani ware.

More than decoration, Kanazawa gold leaf embodies a uniquely Japanese aesthetic—one that cherishes the timeless beauty and brilliance of gold.