Japanese Urushi Two Tier Square Box The coloring that prevents the

The coloring that prevents the small edges from getting dirty is called small edge coating

then light the free end of the incense

Slide the case and remove it with dry hands

In contrast to the elegant jubako (a traditional Japanese stacking box lacquered in gold)

Originally

Japanese Urushi Two Tier Square Box The coloring that prevents theThese items are made using the traditional Hida Shunkei lacquerware technique from Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture. This area is rich in forest resources. As a result, woodworking techniques have long been developed there. The Hida Shunkei lacquerware technique was devised to fully bring out the beauty of the wood. Hinoki cypress and Sawara cypress are used to craft magemono bent wood vessels. First, thin sheets of wood are steeped in warm water until