Four Months
in Every Gourd

The Art of Urushi

Natural Lacquer
Heaven & Earth

We use natural urushi lacquer, harvested from the sap of lacquer trees—the same source used for imperial treasures and sacred artifacts.

Each gourd follows ancient methods: triple steaming and boiling to set the color, then five layers of clear lacquer outside and three layers of base coat inside. Each layer must dry in a humidity-controlled room for fifteen days or more—no rushing, no shortcuts.

The finished piece is waterproof, heat-resistant, and naturally antibacterial. Its luster deepens with time—beauty that only years can bestow.