A GLIMPSE INTO SABAE URUSHI: THE ART OF JAPANESE LACQUER

The historic craft of Sabae Urushi, originating in the city of Sabae in Japan, has been perfected for centuries. This traditional art form utilizes natural lacquer, a resin secreted by the Toxicodendron vernicifluum, to produce stunning and long-lasting objects. From refined bowls and plates to intricate jewelry, Sabae Urushi pieces are renowned fo