What is Lacquer Ware? All about a long-loved traditional craft
Lacquerware, one of Japan's most popular traditional crafts, is made by coating wood or paper with lacquer over and over. Lacquerware is not only beautiful, but also durable and waterproof, and is used for a variety of purposes such as tableware, furniture, and decorative items. Expensive and hard to reach, it is not suitable for everyday use...