Visit lacquer artists at work in Yamanaka.
In addition to its hot springs, Yamanaka is known for its unique lacquer and porcelain and we can arrange for you to visit the artisans at work. Follow the four steps of the process: make the wooden base on a lathe with Zelkova or Chestnut wood, then prime and cover the bowl before carefully painting the lacquer. Under expert tutelage, you can participate in all these stages and, of course, we can arrange to have your creations shipped to your home.