The $2-million Christmas Tree


In Tokyo, a special Christmas tree is on display at a posh jewelry store in the Ginza district.

The tree is made of pure gold, and valued at $2 million.

Flower arrangement artist Shogo Kariyazaki created the lavish Golden Christmas Tree, using 26 lbs of gold.  The 8 foot tree comes adorned with ribbons, hearts and orchids, which are also made of gold.

"Considering the time it took to make, the designer and hard work put into it, we can assume that the cost of this tree would be approximately 150 million yen ($2 million)," said Naoto Mizuki, marketing general manager at the store.

"When you're looking at the tree, it really jumps out at you," said passerby Kisoko Sakabe.

The tree is not for sale.


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