{"product_id":"wajima-lacquerware-scattered-cherry-blossom-vermilion-chopsticks","title":"Wajima Lacquerware Scattered Cherry Blossom Vermilion Chopsticks- (One-of-a-Kind)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined set of chopsticks and a chopstick rest, beautifully finished in the distinguished tradition of Wajima lacquerware from Ishikawa Prefecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe elegant pairing of vermilion red and cherry blossom \u003cem\u003emaki-e\u003c\/em\u003e brings grace and sophistication to the table. Both functional and decorative, this set is well suited for daily use while also serving as a tasteful gift for special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated with the craftsmanship and artistry for which Wajima lacquerware is highly esteemed, this set embodies fine design, skilled workmanship, and enduring beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Wajima Lacquerware\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWajima lacquerware is regarded as one of Japan’s most distinguished lacquer traditions. Produced in the Wajima region of Ishikawa Prefecture, it is celebrated for its refined beauty, durability, and exceptional craftsmanship. Its defining characteristics include intricate decorative techniques such as \u003cem\u003emaki-e\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003echinkin\u003c\/em\u003e, along with a smooth and meticulously finished lacquer surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese chopsticks are crafted from local wood known as \u003cem\u003eate\u003c\/em\u003e (Noto cypress). Their base is reinforced through a traditional method in which mineral powder is blended with lacquer, enhancing both strength and durability. Despite this robust construction, the finished chopsticks remain light in the hand and smooth to the touch, offering elegance as well as comfort in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Decorative Techniques\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaki-e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a decorative technique in which designs are painted with lacquer, then finished by sprinkling gold powder, silver powder, or pigments onto the wet surface so they adhere. There are three principal types: \u003cem\u003ehiramaki-e\u003c\/em\u003e (flat maki-e), \u003cem\u003etogidashi maki-e\u003c\/em\u003e (polished maki-e), and \u003cem\u003etakamaki-e\u003c\/em\u003e (raised maki-e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinkin\u003c\/strong\u003e is a technique in which patterns are carefully carved into the lacquer surface, lacquer is rubbed into the grooves, and gold leaf is pressed in before the lacquer dries. When silver leaf is used, the technique is known as \u003cem\u003echingin\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ginzanatsuno","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45910887727277,"sku":"225-WJTY-01-UN","price":225000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/8703\/4797\/files\/9B6C3FC9-6CD3-4197-BB8F-8263E0AB3526.jpg?v=1776502417","url":"https:\/\/ginzanatsuno.com\/products\/wajima-lacquerware-scattered-cherry-blossom-vermilion-chopsticks","provider":"Ginza Natsuno","version":"1.0","type":"link"}