Other Crafts
Nagasaki Tortoiseshell Craft
長崎べっ甲
Nagasaki bekko is a rare craft using natural tortoiseshell to create hair accessories, eyeglass frames, and ornaments. Introduced via Nagasaki's historic trade with Asia.
| Japanese Name | 長崎べっ甲 |
|---|---|
| Category | Other Crafts |
| Prefecture | Nagasaki Prefecture (長崎県) |
| Region | 長崎県 長崎市、諫早市、西海市、西彼杵郡長与町 (長崎県 長崎市、諫早市、西海市、西彼杵郡長与町) |
| Designated | January 26, 2017 |