This Lacquer Artisan Is The Only One Using This Technique to Make Products

00:00 Beginning 02:31 to see the secret technique! Kazuto Shimizu is an Uwanuri Lacquer Artisan based in Yamanaka Onsen, Japan. Uwanuri is a traditional Japanese technique used to finish wooden surfaces with urushi lacquer. First, skilled artisans apply multiple layers of urushi lacquer, derived from the sap of the urushi tree, onto the wood. Then, they meticulously sand and polish each layer until it achieves a smooth, glossy finish that's both durable and beautiful. Cups made by Shimizu-san available here: https://omakase-forest.com/products/s...