Kanazawa Engiwa Gold Leaf: A UNESCO-Recognised Technique
MAY 31 2025
Kanazawa City film on engiwa gold leaf, beaten between sheets of specially treated washi, inscribed by UNESCO as an intangible heritage technique.
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