A Quiet Story of a Cat, Captured in Japanese Cloisonné

This elegant brooch features a resting cat, created by Japanese enamel artist Keiko Sera in Narashino, Chiba.
Handcrafted using the traditional cloisonné (shippoyaki) technique, each detail is carefully outlined with fine silver wire, then filled with colorful enamel and fired at high temperature to achieve a luminous, glass-like finish.

The cat’s white and orange fur shines with a gentle gloss, while its calm blue eyes offer a quiet gaze—like a small painting you can wear close to your heart.

Product Details

• Size: 5.2 cm × 4 cm (enamel part)

• Weight: approx. 15 g

• Material: Cloisonné enamel (copper base + glass glaze)

• Texture: Smooth surface

• Artist: Keiko Sera

• Origin: Narashino, Chiba, Japan

•  Clasp: Rotating safety lock brooch pin (secure and reliable)

Care Instructions

Cloisonné enamel is delicate. To clean, gently wipe with a soft cloth.
Avoid applying strong pressure, as the glassy enamel surface may crack or chip under force.
We recommend storing it carefully to preserve its beauty and shine for years to come.

 Why You’ll Love It

• A meaningful gift for cat lovers and art enthusiasts

• Wearable art: elegant for daily use or special occasions

• One-of-a-kind craftsmanship with timeless Japanese beauty

 Shippoyaki (Japanese cloisonné) is known for its jewel-like brilliance and depth of color. Depending on the light, the brooch reveals subtle shifts in tone and a unique glow. Both a fashion accessory and a collectible piece of art, it brings warmth and sophistication to your style.

Artist Profile | Keiko Sera

Based in Narashino, Chiba, Keiko Sera is a Japanese enamel (cloisonné) artist whose work is rooted in the country’s refined sense of beauty. While preserving the traditions of shippoyaki, she brings her own sensibility to each piece, breathing new life into the craft as a form of contemporary art.

Her creations embody the spirit of the Arts & Crafts movement: respecting the inherent qualities of materials, while weaving in everyday motifs and auspicious designs. The result is a colorful and charming world, often carrying a quiet sense of good fortune.

Sera actively participates in exhibitions both in Japan and abroad, sharing the timeless appeal of cloisonné with a global audience. She values making works that are “beautiful to display and delightful to wear”, allowing her art to be appreciated as both jewelry and interior objects.

Her pieces often merge traditional Japanese patterns with modern design, creating artworks that gently accompany the wearer and bring a touch of brightness to their daily life.

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Akasaka, Tokyo, Japan
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