Lacquer Art in Toyama: Uozu Teaspoon Craft with Gold & Silver

A long-established Buddhist altar shop that has been in business for over 100 years since 1913 (Taisho 2). The 4th-generation brothers, lacquer artist Satoru Tsuji and sculptor Ryo Tsuji, carry on the family tradition. Both the second and third generations, as well as these brothers, possess master-level skills, continuing the traditional family-run handicraft business. With the spirit of “unchanging principles in a changing world,” they blend traditional techniques with new ideas in their work. For the lacquerware experience, they use a "substitute lacquer" instead of real lacquer, so even small children can participate safely without risk of allergic reactions. However, the materials used in the process are authentic, including real maki-e brushes and pure gold and silver powder. This time, the experience plan involves creating a teaspoon.

Even those who are clumsy can try lacquer art. This is a traditional craft experience where you can learn from one of the few practitioners of Uozu lacquerware, a tradition that has continued for 400 years. A picture is painted on a keyaki teaspoon with a lacquer brush, and then gold and silver powder is applied to complete the piece.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Due to the presence of stairs, this product is not wheelchair accessible.

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