The Story ofMichinoku Gold
Fragment of a single-lipped bowl deposited with gold grains
LocationHiraizumi
ContentsJapan Heritage
This tool was used to process collected grains of Michinoku gold. The processed gold was used in gold lacquer and ink. This shows that in order to make their "earthly paradise" a reality, the rulers of Hiraizumi collected not only gold, but also the finest techniques for putting it to use.
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Cultural assets status / Classification
National Important Cultural Property (Archaeological Materials)
