A GLIMPSE INTO SABAE URUSHI: THE ART OF JAPANESE LACQUER

The time-honored craft of Sabae Urushi, founded in the city of Sabae in Japan, has been practiced for generations. This traditional art form utilizes pure shellac, a resin secreted by the Japanese lacquer tree, to produce stunning and durable objects. From refined bowls and plates to intricate ornaments, Sabae Urushi pieces are renowned for their l