{"product_id":"kirikane-pendant-gold-leaf-applique-dream-feather-yumebane","title":"Kirikane Pendant \/ Gold Leaf Appliqué \/ Dream Feather (Yumebane)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThis Pendant is made using a traditional technique called Kirikane.\u003cbr\u003eThis beautiful Pendant is finely gilded on ceramic.\u003cbr\u003eIts delicate technique fascinates the viewer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eKirikane is the traditional Japanese technique that uses materials such as finely beaten gold and platinum foil. These foil pieces are then cut into various shapes like squares, circles, triangles and fine stripes as thin as human hair, and then are pressed onto the art's surface.\u003cbr\u003eThese techniques have been preserved from ancient\u003cbr\u003eEgypt and China.\u003cbr\u003eIn 6th century Japan these foil shapes were used to decorate Buddha and Buddhism painting.\u003cbr\u003eRecently, these techniques are also used in modern craft productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：1400 years ago \/ 600AD \/ Asuka period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eIt is said that kirikane was introduced to Japan in the mid-7th century during the Asuka period, along with Buddhist statue carving and Buddhist paintings from the Korean Peninsula and mainland China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe oldest existing example of kirikane in Japan is found on the Tamamushi Shrine housed in Horyu-ji Temple. A small, elongated rhombus-shaped gold leaf is applied to the tips of the petal motifs on the lower frame of the Shumiza (base platform).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDuring the Nara period, kirikane was used for decorating the garments and armor of the Standing Four Heavenly Kings statues (National Treasure) in the Hokke-do (March Hall) of Todai-ji Temple, which were made using the dry lacquer technique. Additionally, kirikane in linear and dotted patterns was applied to the fabric patterns of the Four Heavenly Kings statues in the Kaidan-do Hall of Todai-ji Temple, which were sculpted in clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eAmong the treasures of the Shosoin Repository, the Shiragi-koto (Korean zither) and the gold leaf ring-shaped phoenix decoration feature kirikane patterns, including rhombuses, pine needles, floral motifs, and curved phoenix designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe Heian Period: The Flourishing of Kirikane\u003cbr\u003eDuring the Heian period, kirikane was incorporated into Buddhist paintings as a form of ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eNotable examples include the Nirvana Painting in Kongobu-ji Temple on Mount Koya and the Golden Coffin Appearance Painting, housed in the Tokyo National Museum. These artworks demonstrate the intricate kirikane patterns applied with great precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFrom these examples, it is evident that kirikane underwent remarkable development alongside the flourishing of Buddhist art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe Kamakura Period and Beyond\u003cbr\u003eIn the Kamakura period, the renowned Buddhist sculptor Kaikei introduced new kirikane patterns, contributing to the evolution of the technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eHowever, from the Muromachi period through the Edo period, kirikane gradually became more formalized, and gold mud (kindei) began to be used as a substitute for gold leaf. As a result, the number of successors to the craft declined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFrom the early modern period onward, kirikane was preserved only by a select few under the patronage of the East and West Hongan-ji Temples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eIn recent times, however, efforts have emerged to revive and pass down the technique, leading to gradual recognition of its artistic value once again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMoving forward, the key challenge will be how to preserve and further develop the art of kirikane in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/otsukakasen.png?v=1753935625\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eKirikane Studio Kasen\u003cbr\u003eWe are developing products designed with the art of Kirikane, based on the concept of “Bringing Brilliance to Your Present.”\u003cbr\u003eThe gold leaf used in Kirikane is crafted from tarnish-resistant gold, ensuring that its beauty remains unchanged over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWith its timeless elegance, Kirikane enhances your present moment with even more brilliance.\u003cbr\u003eOur seasonal designs allow you to experience the changing beauty of nature, bringing color and vibrancy to your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe Timeless Brilliance of Handcrafted Kirikane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eAs you hold our creations, know that each piece is carefully handcrafted, with every strip of gold leaf meticulously applied one by one.\u003cbr\u003eWe hope that when you use our artwork, it will feel like a trusted companion, bringing a sense of reliability and warmth.\u003cbr\u003eIt would bring us great joy if you could enjoy our pieces in your own way, making them a part of your everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：4cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight：22g\u003cbr\u003e*Leather cord is adjustable in length\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eCeramics\u003cbr\u003eOxhide cord\u003cbr\u003eGold\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003ePlease note that it will take about a month for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Kirikane Studio Kasen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46538320904421,"sku":null,"price":2600.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC07403_86f479f4-5bbe-4f27-a930-7530ab57997e.jpg?v=1740106140","url":"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/en-cn\/products\/kirikane-pendant-gold-leaf-applique-dream-feather-yumebane","provider":"Suigenkyo Online Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}