A GLIMPSE INTO SABAE URUSHI: THE ART OF JAPANESE LACQUER

The time-honored craft of Sabae Urushi, rooted in the city of Sabae in Japan, has been honed for centuries. This traditional art form utilizes pure shellac, a resin secreted by the Japanese lacquer tree, to produce stunning and resilient objects. From elegant bowls and plates to intricate jewelry, Sabae Urushi pieces are renowned for their sheen an