Lacquerware

Japanese Urushi Lacquerware: A Legacy of Beauty and Craft

Discover the history, craftsmanship, and enduring beauty of Japanese urushi lacquerware.

7 accessoires de table vraiment utiles dont vous ne saviez pas avoir besoin

Découvrez 7 accessoires de table japonais uniques, des distributeurs de sauce soja aux porte-épices, qui ajoutent du charme à chaque repas.

The Art of Keinen Bika: How Japanese Crafts Age Gracefully

Discover keinen bika, how Japanese crafts like ceramics and lacquerware grow more beautiful with time, wear, and care.

From Offering to Delight: The Tradition of Zenzai

Set a festive table for Kagami Biraki with red accents, elegant lacquerware, and more to celebrate the New Year.

Meeting the Master of Raised Maki-e: Where Gold and Artistry Shine as Wajima Lacquerware

Discover Yamanoshita Akihiro’s raised maki-e lacquer art, crafted with precision, skill, and deep Wajima tradition.

Dress to Impress: Hosting with a Shokado Bento Box

Create a dazzling fall table with warm hues, layered textures, and seasonal dishes on lacquerware and Mino ware plates.

Fall Table Decor to Dazzle Your Dinner Guests

Create a dazzling fall table with warm hues, layered textures, and seasonal dishes on lacquerware and Mino ware plates.

Lacquerware for Holiday Gatherings: From Thanksgiving to New Year

Enhance your holiday table with Japanese lacquerware. These pieces bring tradition to every gathering.

Ensemble de baguettes Matsukan : Série « Son de la mer »

Découvrez les baguettes Sound of the Sea de Matsukan, mêlant la laque de Wakasa, les inspirations océaniques et le patrimoine local.

Precious Jewels: Tokyo's Exquisite Lacquerware Collection

We take a walk through the history of lacquerware at the Sen-oku Hakukokan Museum Tokyo in Roppongi.

Mastering Tradition and Innovation: Art of Aizu Lacquerware

An exclusive interview with Aizu lacquerware master, Komatsu Shigeo, discussing the history, the process, and his journey.

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.

The Craft of Gifting Japanese Lacquerware

Gift the glow of tradition with Japanese lacquerware that embodies autumn's spirit of beauty, warmth, and gratitude.

Delightful Summer Treats to Go with Your Tableware

Discover delightful ways to pair Japanese summer sweets with handmade tableware.

Interview With An Artist: Ritsuzan Tomita - Chinkin

"Chinkin" is a technique that elegantly decorates the lustrous surface of lacquerware with gold.

Decorative Techniques for Japanese Lacquerware

Lacquerware is a representative Japanese craft. Its smooth, moist texture and elegant luminous beauty have a unique charm all their own.