{"product_id":"wajima-nuri-free-cup-hosoge","title":"Wajima Lacquerware Housouge multi-purpose Cup JAC-WOF-510-09","description":"This is a Wajima-nuri lacquerware multi-purpose cup featuring the traditional lacquerware technique of Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\nWajima-nuri is a traditional lacquer painting technique inherited in the Wajima region of Ishikawa Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\nWajima-nuri is characterized by its exquisite workmanship, durability, and elegant, gorgeous, and delicate decorations.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe glossy black lacquer surface is adorned with a finely detailed silver Housouge (sacred floral) motif.\u003cbr\u003e\nA faint layer of vermilion beneath the lacquer adds depth, creating a calm yet graceful brilliance.\u003cbr\u003e\nIts versatile size makes it suitable for sake, tea, or even wine, fitting naturally into both Japanese and Western table settings.\u003cbr\u003e\nWith its timeless beauty and masterful craftsmanship, this cup also makes a wonderful gift.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n    This is a Wajima-nuri lacquerware multi-purpose cup featuring the elegant Housouge (sacred floral) design.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The faintly translucent vermilion beneath the lacquer creates a sense of depth every time you hold it.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Lightweight and comfortable to grip, it is perfect for both hot tea and cold beverages.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Its simple yet refined beauty makes it ideal for everyday use or as a thoughtful gift.\u003cbr\u003e\n    *Please check the images.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWhat is traditional craft \"Wajima-nuri\"?\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003e \n    Wajima-nuri, a traditional craft, is a lacquering technique that has been handed down in Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The history of Wajima-nuri is said to date back to the Jomon Period, more than 10,000 years ago.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    Wajima-nuri is characterized by delicate and beautiful decorations such as “chinkin” and “makie\".\u003cbr\u003e\n    One of the main characteristics of Wajima-nuri is the “division of labor,” in which specialized craftsmen carry out each process.\u003cbr\u003e\n    In each of the more than 120 manufacturing processes, specialized craftsmen apply their skills and pass the work from hand to hand.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Wajima-nuri crafting technique requires several months to a year to complete.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton aria-expanded=\"false\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAbout the \"Wajima-nuri\" technique and process\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n    Wajima-nuri is produced through more than 120 processes, which can be broadly classified into planning and design, Ki-ji (wood base), Shita-ji(base coat), Naka-nuri(middle coat), Uwa-nuri(top coat), and Kasyoku(decoration).\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    Ki-ji (wood base)\u003cbr\u003e\n    Wood is laid down in the mountains for about 3 to 4 years and in the village for about 1 year before the wood is made into the base of the tree. Each craftsman creates the wood from carefully selected pieces of lumber, including hewn, fingering, and bent pieces. \n    \u003cimg alt=\"輪島塗 木地\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/f0fafd7533fb7b87557818241f62baef_a230d977-af74-4d30-8359-01b12e4a7617.png?v=1716344318\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/f0fafd7533fb7b87557818241f62baef_a230d977-af74-4d30-8359-01b12e4a7617.png?v=1716344318\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\n    Nu-ri (coat)\u003cbr\u003e\n    Diatomaceous earth, which is unique to Wajima-nuri, is mixed with the lacquer and repeatedly applied as a base coat, middle coat, and top coat to give it depth and strength.\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/aa7ffdfb5f19cc18c9017b682f80e396.png?v=1716343892\" alt=\"輪島塗 塗\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/aa7ffdfb5f19cc18c9017b682f80e396.png?v=1716343892\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n    Chin-kin\u003cbr\u003e\n    Wajima-nuri is a unique decorating technique in which a chisel is used to carve into the surface of the lacquer and fill in (submerge) gold leaf or gold and silver powder to create a pattern.\u003cbr\u003e\n    This technique is best suited for Wajima-nuri, which uses a lot of lacquer, and the depth and precision of Wajima-nuri are different from those of other production areas.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Wajima-nuri has produced both living national treasures and members of the Art Institute of Japan.\n    \u003cimg alt=\"輪島塗 沈金\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/51ce2f52953df5a39badc2b0fc0e8cef_0bba9766-2b97-4585-b559-180b9f852d05.png?v=1716344173\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/51ce2f52953df5a39badc2b0fc0e8cef_0bba9766-2b97-4585-b559-180b9f852d05.png?v=1716344173\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n    Makie\u003cbr\u003e\n    This is a technique in which a pattern is drawn in lacquer and then gold is sprinkled on the surface.\u003cbr\u003e\n    This is a uniquely Japanese technique that combines a number of techniques such as hira-makie, taka-makie, and ken-dashi-makie to sprinkle gold and silver metal powders and colored powders on the surface of a lacquer ware with a design drawn in lacquer to make them adhere to the surface.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Some vivid combinations of colored urushi lacquer are also used.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"輪島塗 蒔絵\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/2a439ad1174fea7f08e766716c670957.png?v=1716343892\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/2a439ad1174fea7f08e766716c670957.png?v=1716343892\"\u003e\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible Collapsible--large\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"Collapsible__Button Heading u-h6\" data-action=\"toggle-collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!-- 折り畳みのタイトル --\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Collapsible__Plus\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Collapsible__Content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容 --\u003e\n    Wajima Lacquerware Housouge multi-purpose Cup\u003cbr\u003e\n    Product No：JAC-WOF-510-09\u003cbr\u003e\n    *Urushi Lacquer finish\u003cbr\u003e\n    *In a paper box\u003cbr\u003e\n    Size：Diameter About 8cm x Height 8cm\u003cbr\u003e\n    Weight：76g／Total Weight（including paper box）157g\u003cbr\u003e\n    *The color and pattern of each piece is slightly different from the picture because each piece is handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cbr\u003e\n    1,000 JPY flat rate shipping within Japan, free shipping for purchases totaling 20,000 JPY or more.\u003cbr\u003e\n    Please bear the actual cost for shipping charges outside Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003c!-- 折り畳みの内容ここまで --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"黒木碁石店","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46444988498083,"sku":null,"price":48000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/1093\/6995\/files\/JAC-WOF-510-09-00.jpg?v=1761265153","url":"https:\/\/kurokigoishiten.com\/en\/products\/wajima-nuri-free-cup-hosoge","provider":"kurokigoishiten","version":"1.0","type":"link"}