About Aizu Lacquerware
Aizu lacquerware is produced in the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture. Starting in 1590 when Gamo Ujisato invited lacquer craftsmen from Omi (Shiga), it has 400 years of history as Tohoku's premier lacquerware producing area. Featuring sturdy bases and vivid colored lacquer and maki-e, it produces everything from everyday tableware to high-end crafts.
Techniques & Materials
Craft terms are shown in the original Japanese — these are proper names with no standard English equivalents.
Techniques
花塗り蒔絵螺鈿変わり塗り堆朱
Materials
天然漆木地（欅・栃）色漆
Where to see & buy
Workshop names are in Japanese; links go to their official sites.
- 会津漆器協同組合 hands-on experience