NAKANOKUMO: Reviving Japan's Timeless Lacquer Craft for the Future - Yanko Design
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"Each creation begins with a simple yet profound question: How can these ancient materials and techniques inspire a new way of living?"
"With a history stretching back 9,000 years, urushi embodies resilience and elegance... remarkably durable, resistant to acids, alkalis, and even the passage of time."
"The method of makie involves sprinkling gold or silver powder over wet lacquer to create shimmering, intricate patterns... polished to a luminous, mirror-like finish."
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