Aihara Tomoko — "Golden Ascending Dragon on Golden Mt. Fuji" — Japanese Silk Painting with Gold Leaf — Good Luck, Cloud Dragon, Rising Dragon

Aihara Tomoko — "Golden Ascending Dragon on Golden Mt. Fuji" — Japanese Silk Painting with Gold Leaf — Good Luck, Rising Dragon

In a dazzling swirl of gold, waves crash and rise in reverence as a mythical dragon ascends before the sacred Mt. Fuji, bathed entirely in radiant gold. Against the backdrop of a star-strewn night sky, the scene glows with an ethereal intensity, symbolizing prosperity, renewal, and spiritual power. The dragon—meticulously rendered in shimmering gold leaf—spirals upward, holding the sacred nyoi (wish-fulfilling jewel), exhaling beams of divine energy toward the peak of the golden mountain.

Painted on silk using traditional Japanese techniques and gold embellishment, this masterpiece by Tomoko Aihara is more than just a painting—it’s a blessing in visual form. Known for her “Fuji Series,” Aihara weaves traditional symbolism with contemporary elegance. Her background as a celebrated actress and speaker infuses her art with drama and depth, and her exhibitions have inspired collectors across Japan.

This piece radiates fortune, protection, and creative energy. It captures a moment between worlds—where nature, spirit, and legend collide in luminous harmony.

Media: Japanese painting on silk
Finish: Gold leaf, gold paint, and gold seal
Artwork Size: 40 x 31 cm (approx. size 6-go)
Frame Size: 59 x 50 cm
Condition: Excellent

Let this ascending dragon invite good fortune into your home or office—an auspicious work filled with energy, movement, and meaning.