ABOUT

KISHU+

KISHU+ is a new Japanese lacquerware brand
from Wakayama prefecture Japan.

DESIGN DIRECTION : TAKT PROJECT

Kishu lacquerware

Kishu lacquerware is one of the four major lacquerware producing areas across Japan together with Aizu, Yamanaka and Echizen.

> Traditional technique in lacquerware

Liberal craftsmanship

Historically, aiming more easily use of lacquerwares,
Kishu lacquerware is continuing to incorporate modern technologies earlier than other local producing areas.

Photos : Masayuki Hayashi

CRAFTSMANSHIP AND MODERN TECHNOLOGY

Keeping great respect for traditional hand craftsmanship, we are challenging to go forward with more liberal approach and incorporating modern technology.
These things aren't a replacements for hand craftsmanship but a challenge to further extend it.