Lacquerware produced mainly in Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, distinguished by unique patterns created through dozens of coating and polishing repetitions. Four techniques exist: Kara-nuri, Nanako-nuri, Nishiki-nuri, and Monsha-nuri, combining deep color with exceptional durability. It is a beauty of the north, cultivated by Tsugaru's harsh climate.
LacquerwareKara-nuriTsugaru