Sakura Folding Screen

The folding screen, with its chic black base and sakura (cherry blossoms) in full bloom, will add a gorgeous touch to your room. Made of wood resin and synthetic lacquer, this piece is durable and resistant to sunlight and water, and does not deteriorate easily.

Originally, folding screens were used as partitions to block the wind and people's eyes, and were an essential part of interior design. Smaller folding screens can be displayed on a shelf and enjoy the beautiful pictures as they are. It can create a Japanese atmosphere, and if you place small items such as decorative items around it, it will make your interior space more impressive.

Fukunishi Sobe Shoten

Fukunishi Sobe Shoten, a long-established Aizu lacquerware company, was founded in 1919 by Fukunishi Sobe, who branched off from the Fukunishi Ihee Shoten—the main family business that had been operating since the early Edo period (1603–1868 CE) for thirteen generations. 

In addition to traditional lacquering techniques that highlight the soft, lustrous finish characteristic of lacquerware, they continue to pass down unique Aizu decorative methods such as Aizu-e painting, featuring motifs of pine, bamboo, plum, and ceremonial arrows, as well as the use of spinning wheel patterns.

Aizu Lacquerware

Aizu lacquerware is a traditional craft originating from the Aizu region in western Fukushima. Nestled in a basin surrounded by mountain ranges, the region's humid climate provides ideal conditions for working with lacquer. Aizu lacquerware is known for its auspicious motifs and refined decorative techniques, including Aizu-e, featuring vibrant Japanese floral patterns, and maki-e, which uses gold powder to create intricate designs.

Firmly rooted in over 400 years of tradition, Aizu lacquerware continues to evolve by embracing modern techniques, sharing its timeless beauty with the world today.