How This 85-Year-Old Master Craftsman Makes Zen Inspired Vases For The Japanese Emperor.

Enter the world of Negoro-nuri lacquerware, an art form meticulously crafted by 85-year-old Toshifumi Tanioka from the esteemed Kuroe region, renowned for its rich tradition in lacquerware production. As part of the esteemed Tanioka Shitsugei workshop, founded in 1883, Tanioka and his daughter Kumiko represent two of only three recognized traditional craftspeople specializing in the revered Kishu lacquerware technique within the Kuroe district. With unparalleled expertise passed down through generations, Tanioka infuses each piece with his passion and mastery, breathing life into the ancient tradition of Negoro-nuri. Join us on a journey to discover the timeless allure and exceptional craftsmanship behind Negoro-nuri lacquerware, a true testament to Tanioka's enduring dedication and unparalleled skill. 🏠 Toshifumi Tanioka's website: https://tanioka-urushi.com/en/ Chapters: 0:00 - 20 (Intro) 0:28 - Store room with Wooden vase, Japanese lacquer tree 0:55 - Mixing raw materials with Urushi tree sap 1:33 - Applying the base coating 2:20 - 1st middle coating of Black Urushi 3:38 - 2nd middle coating of Black Urushi 3:55 - Scraping back the lacquer to prepare for the next layer 4:25 - Preparing vermillion lacquer 4:53 - Final coating with vermillion lacquer 5:31 - Creating the zen design - scraping back the orange layer to reveal the black undercoating 6:10 - Polishing - with deer antler to create a gloss coating 6:55 - Lacquerware art design - painting on lacquer and applying metallic powders 7:52 - Various Lacquerwares 📸 Copyright © 2023. Process Maestro. All Rights Reserved