Lacquer Art in Toyama: Uozu Teaspoon Craft with Gold & Silver

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About this activity

A long-established Buddhist altar shop that has been in business for over 100 years since 1913 (Taisho 2). The 4th-generation brothers, lacquer artist Satoru Tsuji and sculptor Ryo Tsuji, carry on the family tradition. Both the second and third generations, as well as these brothers, possess master-level skills, continuing the traditional family-run handicraft business. With the spirit of “unchanging principles in a changing world,” they blend traditional techniques with new ideas in their work. For the lacquerware experience, they use a "substitute lacquer" instead of real lacquer, so even small children can participate safely without risk of allergic reactions. However, the materials used in the process are authentic, including real maki-e brushes and pure gold and silver powder. This time, the experience plan involves creating a teaspoon.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: 工房ヤマセン辻佛檀

Ages: Adults (1–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Workshop Tour Fee
Included: Experience Fee
Included: English and Japanese speaking guide

Not included

Not included: Other personal expenses

Itinerary

Even those who are clumsy can try lacquer art. This is a traditional craft experience where you can learn from one of the few practitioners of Uozu lacquerware, a tradition that has continued for 400 years. A picture is painted on a keyaki teaspoon with a lacquer brush, and then gold and silver powder is applied to complete the piece.