Gold leaf (Kinpaku in Japanese) is an ultra-thin sheet of pure gold, traditionally used in Japanese art and craftsmanship.
Each sheet is beaten to a thickness of approximately 0.0001 millimeters, so delicate that it can transmit light.
For centuries, gold leaf has been used to adorn Buddhist statues, architecture, paintings, ceramics, and lacquerware, symbolizing eternal brilliance and luxury.
In Kutani ware and other traditional crafts, artisans apply gold leaf onto the surface and fire it to create a rich texture and a sense of depth.
Renowned for its luster and resistance to tarnish, gold leaf remains a timeless emblem of Japanese elegance and refinement.