うるみ工芸 - Urumi Kogei-

Process by Master Craftsman

Crafting Silence for Daily Life

Urumi Kogei

Founded in 1945 in Morioka, Iwate.
signature colors, "True Red" and "Deep Amber", shine on the matte finish created by Master Yoshiharu Katsumata.
Their philosophy is "Beauty of Utility". As you use it daily, the gloss deepens, becoming a part of your family.

A 1300-Year Journey

Joboji Lacquer

The history dates back 1,300 years to the Tendai-ji Temple, where monks applied lacquer to their daily bowls.
Joboji Lacquer is prized for its purity and used to restore National Treasures like the Golden Hall of Chuson-ji.

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