Hakuichi was the first to make Kanazawa gold leaf crafts in Japan. Hakuichi believes that adding a touch of gold to people's homes can enhance the beauty in your surroundings. It was said that the weak point of foil is that it is easy to peel off, but the Kanazawa gold leaf craft has been made more durable and has a design with a strong Japanese standard and feel to it. Hakuichi makes products that are appreciated as gifts and also appreciated as traditional crafts that can be used in modern life.
Evolution of gold leaf
When Hakuichi was founded in 1975, Kanazawa gold leaf had a history of nearly 450 years, but for most of the time, gold leaf was used only as a material for Buddhist altars and the restoration of paintings. But traditional industries are always evolving while inheriting history.
After more than 30 years since its establishment, gold leaf has come to be used in a wide range of fields such as various crafts, edible gold leaf, cosmetics and has established itself as Kanazawa city's local industry, the "Kanazawa gold leaf".
We believe that by bringing out the charm of traditions that tend to be buried and applying modern technology, we can create new value.
Inherit quality and craftsmanship
The gold leaf used by Hakuichi is of the highest level in the industry in terms of quality and variety. The suitable foil changes depending on the material and technique.
Hakuichi employs more than 100 craftsmen with veteran craftsmen who are over 50 to 60 years old with decades of experience in traditional foil pasting.
And they are working to develop the next generation of young craftsmen in their 20s, 30s and 40s.
While inheriting the craftsmen's spirit and nurturing the passed on skills, the new generation of craftsmen aim to evolve the traditional ways.
Protect history
The production area of Hakuichi Kanazawa city, Ishikawa prefecture, is a historical city.
This is probably because many people have been fascinated by the beautiful townscape that conveys the remnants of the Late Edo period (1750-1850).
Hakuichi is engaged in activities to preserve cultural assets in order to pass on works that are said to be masterpieces to future generations.
Complete restoration using the techniques of the time, and restoration using digital and modern craftsmanship.
HAKUICHI
Morito 2-1-1 , Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan, 921-8061
