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Guide to Maki-e Part 2: Production Process
Learn how maki-e art comes to life with gold, lacquer, and pearl. This guide reveals each stage of the traditional craft.

Guide to Maki-e Part 1: Types, Materials & Techniques
Explore the art of maki-e, Japan’s lacquerware technique using gold and silver powders.

Brush Strokes of Tradition: The Maki-e Mastery of Morita Masatoshi
We pay a visit to Morita Masatoshi, an artist who has been enchanted by the art of maki-e since for nearly five decades.

Taya Shikkiten: Where the Artistry of Wajima Lacquerware is Born
Join us as we delve into a world of lacquerware excellence, walking through the halls of Taya Shikkiten and visiting the artisans.

Between Light and Darkness: The Subtle Artistry of Tableware
Inspired by "In Praise of Shadows," this piece explores how Japanese tableware shows its beauty in the glow of dim light.

Defining Modern Lacquerware, a Journey of a Northern Craftsperson
Yoshita Kasho is well known in Japan for his innovative designs using traditional techniques of lacquerware craft.