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Lacquerware

Tsugaru Lacquerware

Striking lacquerware from Aomori featuring vivid marbled patterns created by layering and grinding multiple lacquer coats. Each piece has a one-of-a-kind swirling design.

Japanese Name津軽塗
CategoryLacquerware
PrefectureAomori Prefecture (青森県)
Region青森市、弘前市、黒石市、平川市、西津軽郡深浦町、南津軽郡藤崎町、北津軽郡板柳町 (青森市、弘前市、黒石市、平川市、西津軽郡深浦町、南津軽郡藤崎町、北津軽郡板柳町)
Main Products家具、座卓、茶器、食器、文箱、盆類、硯箱、箸、花器
DesignatedMay 10, 1975