Lacqurerware Sake Cup (Hidehira-Nuri, Sakazuki) invited artisans from Kyoto to

invited artisans from Kyoto to Hiraizumi

or elegant gatherings

allowing the natural brush texture and warmth of urushi to shine through

they developed a distinctive lacquerware tradition that combined refined Kyoto aesthetics with local materials and techniques

this cup is also highly functional—perfect for festive occasions such as New Year’s celebrations

Lacqurerware Sake Cup (Hidehira-Nuri, Sakazuki) invited artisans from Kyoto toThis vibrant sake cup exemplifies the refined artistry of Hidehira nuri, a traditional lacquerware craft from Hiraizumi, Iwate Prefecture. The rich vermilion surface is adorned with the signature Hidehira gold foil pattern, featuring diamond shaped gold leaf and elegant hand painted brushwork. The origins of this style trace back to the 12th century, when Hidehira Fujiwara, a powerful ruler and patron of the arts, invited artisans from Kyoto to