A GLIMPSE INTO SABAE URUSHI: THE ART OF JAPANESE LACQUER

The historic craft of Sabae Urushi, founded in the city of Sabae in Japan, has been practiced for centuries. This traditional art form utilizes pure shellac, a resin secreted by the Toxicodendron vernicifluum, to craft stunning and long-lasting objects. From elegant bowls and plates to intricate jewelry, Sabae Urushi pieces are renowned for their l