2026 Cherry Blossom Viewing Gold Medal
Obverse (left) / Reverse (right)
Obverse: The design depicts the Blossom of the Year, "Gyoiko" and a woman in kimono preparing for cherry blossom viewing.
Reverse: The design depicts the Blossom of the Year, "Gyoiko" and the words "Sakura-no-toorinuke", "Gyoiko (御衣黄)" are inscribed. While the background depicts cherry blossoms and motifs of stylized clouds.

The Blossom of the Year, "Gyoiko"
Gyoiko ("御衣黄") is a very rare variety of cherry tree, characterized by yellowish green flowers and a vertical crimson line that appears in the middle of the petal as blooming progresses. Each flower has about 15 petals.
Packaging

Specifications
| Composition | 99.9% Pure Gold (Fineness Certification* stamped by Japan Mint) |
|---|---|
| Weight | Approximately 95g |
| Diameter | 40mm |
| Special Technique | Frosting finish processing**[Reverse]. |
* Mint Certification Mark of Precious Metal Wares (Hallmark)
The Japan Mint examines and certifies the fineness of precious metal wares by stamping specific marks on all wares that pass this examination. These marks are commonly called hallmarks.
**Frosting finish processing** [Reverse]
A processing technique of engraving a minutely irregular surface to diffuse reflection and obtain a pearskin-like texture.
Scheduled Sales Quantity: 400 pieces / for overseas market: Max. 5 pieces
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