Kutani Ware Maneki Neko Brand THE MANEKI Selected as VVIP Gift for WebX2026
The selection of a traditional Kutani ware maneki neko as a VVIP gift for a Web3 conference signals an effort to bridge physical craftsmanship with digital asset culture.
Reporting from 1 source: ASCII.jp.
PlnX Inc., in collaboration with CoinPost and the WebX Executive Committee, will offer a limited edition Kutani ware maneki neko as a VVIP gift at WebX2026, Asia's largest Web3 conference, held July 13-14 in Tokyo. The collaboration, titled 'THE MANEKI WebX2026 Edition,' aims to blend traditional Japanese craftsmanship with digital value. Organizers say the physical weight and auspiciousness of the craft redefine value in the digital age.
WebX2026, Asia's largest Web3 conference, will feature a limited edition Kutani ware maneki neko as a VVIP gift. The collaboration between PlnX Inc., CoinPost, and the WebX Executive Committee is called 'THE MANEKI WebX2026 Edition.' PlnX states that the physical 'weight' and 'auspiciousness' of the traditional craft redefine value in the digital age, resonating with the conference's vision of turning social contribution into assets. The gift will be presented to VVIPs as a symbol of Japanese craftsmanship. WebX Executive Committee representative Ryo Sakai said the choice is significant for expressing hospitality and Japanese culture. PlnX CEO Seira Okamoto noted that while Web3 focuses on digital value, the deliberate return to a 100-year-old craft adds tangible asset value through an original certificate.
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