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[Fixing with Lacquer]

Lacquer is a natural paint that has been used in Japan for over 10,000 years. After drying to become lacquerware, lacquer is strong enough to withstand strong alkalis and acids, and has antibacterial and antiseptic properties.

Since lacquerware is covered with such the strongest armor, the wood inside is strong and healthy. Even if the lacquer peels off, it can be reapplied and used again, even 100-year-old lacquerware can be restored, and because it is 100% natural, it decomposes under ultraviolet light and returns to nature, so there is no need to cut down extra trees to continue using it.

By the way, many people may imagine "kintsugi," or porcelain restoration, when they think of using lacquer to repair ceramics, but of course lacquer can also be used to repair lacquerware itself.

To care for lacquerware, simply wash it as usual with a soft sponge and dishwashing detergent. After washing, wipe off any water droplets with a soft cloth. This daily care will result in a shiny vessel. The lacquer is applied in layers, from the base coat to the top coat, so that the changes in the appearance can be enjoyed through continued use.

Use it every day and wash it every day. Only by doing so, lacquerware, which has the property of hardening where there is humidity, will rejoice, become shiny and beautiful, and can be used for many years to come. All of our craftsmen are willing to repair it, so if it breaks, please do not throw it away, but contact us first.

Appi Urushi Studio
https://www.shokunin.com/en/appi/wan.html
Wajima Kirimoto
https://www.shokunin.com/en/kirimoto/coffee.html
Shirokiya Shikkiten
https://www.shokunin.com/en/shirokiya/teshio.html

References
http://www.chuokai-fukushima.or.jp/aizushikkikumiai/urushinochikara/jpn_aizushikkikumiai/index.html
https://www.appiurushistudio.com/use/
http://kirimoto.net/care_jpn.html
https://www.shirokiyashikkiten.com/shop-info/catalogue/catalogue.html