Luncheon Mat Hojo is...

• This is a wooden luncheon mat adorned with golden rice ears in Maki-e.

The design features golden ears of rice rendered in Maki-e, the traditional Japanese decorative technique in which metallic powders are applied to create intricate patterns. In Japan, the rice ear has long been cherished as a symbol of abundance and a bountiful harvest, and as rice is central to the Japanese table, the motif also carries a wish for prosperity and a wholesome way of life. The gold Maki-e decoration catches the light with a warm, luminous shimmer, bringing a refined yet deeply Japanese beauty to any dining setting.
This mat works beautifully as an everyday piece or for special occasions when you wish to set an elegant table. Recommended as a gift to mark a new home, a wedding, or any occasion where a wish for good fortune and abundance feels fitting.