EXPLORING SABAE URUSHI: JAPAN'S LACQUER TRADITION

The time-honored craft of Sabae Urushi, founded in the city of Sabae in Japan, has been honed for generations. This traditional art form utilizes organic lacquer, a resin secreted by the Vernicia tree, to craft stunning and durable objects. From elegant bowls and plates to intricate ornaments, Sabae Urushi pieces are renowned for their sheen and cr