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 honed for generations. This traditional art form utilizes organic shellac, a resin secreted by the Vernicia tree, to produce stunning and resilient objects. From elegant bowls and plates to intricate ornaments, Sabae Urushi pieces are renowned for their luster and a