A GLIMPSE INTO SABAE URUSHI: THE ART OF JAPANESE LACQUER

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