Japan Echizen Lacquerware: A 6th-Century Craft of Imperial Beauty

Name: Japan Echizen Lacquerware: A 6th-Century Craft of Imperial Beauty
Uploaded: 2025-11-03T03:12:13.745Z
Duration: 3 min 42 s
Channel: Japan’s Craft Traditions
Description: Echizen-shikki is said to have originated in the 6th century,when the then young emperor encouraged the people of this region to produce lacquerware, for he was so impressed with the beauty of a black lacquer article presented by a local craftsman.

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Echizen-shikki is said to have originated in the 6th century,when the then young emperor encouraged the people of this region to produce lacquerware, for he was so impressed with the beauty of a black lacquer article presented by a local craftsman.