Hida-shunkei
LacquerwareChubu
Price range
¥2,000 ~ ¥80,000
Transparent lacquer from Gifu that reveals the natural beauty of wood grain.
Hida-shunkei is a transparent lacquerware from Takayama, Gifu Prefecture, originating in the early 17th century. Unlike opaque lacquerware, shunkei-nuri applies translucent golden or amber-toned lacquer over carefully selected wood to showcase the natural grain of hinoki (cypress) and sawara wood. The warm, honey-colored finish deepens with age, and the minimalist aesthetic perfectly complements the refined woodworking traditions of the Hida region.
At a Glance
- Craft Type
- lacquerware
- Region
- Chubu
- Materials
- Transparent lacquer, sawara cypress
- Designation
- national traditional
- Price Range
- ¥2000–¥80000
Materials
Transparent lacquer, sawara cypress
Techniques
Transparent lacquering, wood grain finishing
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of craft is Hida-shunkei?
Hida-shunkei is a traditional Japanese lacquerware craft.
What materials are used to make Hida-shunkei?
Hida-shunkei is made using Transparent lacquer, sawara cypress.
Is Hida-shunkei a designated traditional craft?
Yes, Hida-shunkei holds the National Traditional Craft designation.
Where does Hida-shunkei originate from?
Hida-shunkei originates from Chubu, Japan.
What techniques are used to make Hida-shunkei?
The techniques used include: Transparent lacquering, wood grain finishing.
How much does Hida-shunkei cost?
Hida-shunkei is typically priced between ¥2000 and ¥80000.
Is Hida-shunkei a good souvenir from Japan?
Hida-shunkei is a popular traditional Japanese craft that makes an excellent souvenir.
What makes Hida-shunkei unique?
Hida-shunkei is distinguished by its Transparent lacquering, wood grain finishing techniques and Transparent lacquer, sawara cypress materials.
How is Hida-shunkei traditionally used?
Hida-shunkei is a traditional Japanese lacquerware craft with both practical and decorative applications.