Tsuikin techniques is where pigment is crushed and mixed with transparent top-coat lacquer and hit by a hammer until it becomes gummy. This is then cut out according to the patterns and attached to a base board.

 

Urasoe is known for it’s lacque ware. These are gifts from the city of Urasoe presented at the Urashinchu Welcome Home Part. Visit the Urasoe Art Museum for a look at their lacquer ware. http://museum.city.urasoe.lg.jp/

 

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