Hakuza Co., Ltd. (Moriyama, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, President and CEO: Mina Takaoka, hereinafter Hakuza), a gold leaf manufacturer, will hold a special event "Haku no Hi 2026" at its flagship store, Hakuza Nihonbashi, inviting gold leaf artisans to celebrate "Haku no Hi" (Gold Leaf Day). What is "Haku no Hi"? "August 9th" is "Haku no Hi" (Gold Leaf Day), a day to promote the charm of gold leaf, derived from the wordplay of "ha" (8) and "ku" (9). We planned this event to allow visitors to experience the profound charm and traditional culture of gold leaf by touching the craftsmanship of Kanazawa artisans, who produce 100% of Japan's gold leaf, on this special day. [Artisan Demonstration] Kanazawa Gold Leaf Artisans Showcase Their Skilled Techniques Gold leaf artisans invited from Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, the home of gold leaf, will demonstrate gold leaf application techniques at the Hakuza Nihonbashi store. They will showcase the production of Hakuza's long-selling product, the "Sensuji Marigata Komobako" (small box with fine stripes in a round shape), and apply gold leaf with diverse expressions to various materials, including limited edition items making their debut at this event: "Mini Art Panels" and "Asa Urushi Wave Trays." Please come and witness the delicate handiwork woven by skilled artisans at our store. [Gold Leaf Application Experience 1] Gold Leaf Application Workshop: Let's Make a "Goldfish Gold Leaf Cotton Pouch"! After observing the skilled artisan techniques, we have also prepared an activity where you can experience being a craftsman for a bit. You will freely arrange the "goldfish" pattern on a natural-textured ecru cotton pouch and finish it by applying gold leaf. A "Mini Lecture on Gold Leaf" will also be held before the experience. Please enjoy the genuine sparkle while learning about the history and characteristics of gold leaf, a traditional craft material that Japan is proud of. [Gold Leaf Application Experience 2] Let'