Gold Leaf Art Accessory Box – Myau

This accessory box is part of a striking series that blends the rich, lustrous beauty of Kanazawa gold leaf—boasting over 450 years of tradition—with the bold compositions and vibrant colors of ukiyo-e. Each piece captures a mysterious, dreamlike quality, as the artwork shifts in appearance with the angle of light—truly a “living art piece.”

This design draws inspiration from "The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō as Told by Cats (Neko no Edo Gojūsanbiki)", a beloved work by Utagawa Kuniyoshi, one of the most popular ukiyo-e artists of the Edo period.
The piece is a delightful ode to cats—crafted for feline lovers worldwide. Each cat is playfully depicted acting out puns or visual jokes based on the names of various locations in Japan: from lounging and napping to stealing bites of food.

In one charming example, a cat from Fuchu (a city in Tokyo) is shown completely “muu-chuu” (infatuated) with a fish—an amusing wordplay on the Japanese pronunciation of “fuchu” and “muchuu” (being absorbed).

Individually handcrafted with care, this item is well-loved as a gift for cat enthusiasts and art fans alike, and also makes a wonderful souvenir from Japan.
Beyond its practical use for storing accessories or small keepsakes, it’s a decorative piece that brings joy and whimsy to everyday life.

MADE IN JAPAN

About HAKUICHI

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.

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Details

Color: Gold
Size: W163×D115×H55
Weight: 420g
Material: ABS, Kanazawa Gold Leaf
Technique: Handmade
Memo: Because it is handmade, the color and shape may differ slightly from the pictures.
It is recommended to install and store the product in a place where it is not exposed to direct sunlight as it may fade or discolor. Displaying or storing the product in a hot and humid place or in an extremely dry place may damage the product. Please do not touch the product with wet hands.