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Takeyamachi Takakura-nishi Heinouchi-cho 376 Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
〒604-0884 JAPANTel: (075) 231-3552 ci@inuishikki.com |
W e l c o m e T o I n u i S h i k k i Board Member of Kyoto Lacquer Craft Union Member of Chamber of Commerce of Kyoto |
 Incense box (1.5" x 1.5") Garden theme Makie * |
Inui Shikki (lacquerware) has been serving the community of Kyoto, ancient capital of Japan, since the 1920th. As the Japanese life style changed drastically, especially over the last several decades, the needs for and use of the lacquerware have changed in great deal. Nowadays, they are rather recognized as art objects than necessity of daily life.
In recent years, we have been working on creating newer forms of lacquer art (instead of lacquerware) such as interior decorative and accessories, with collaborations of skillful craftsmen and innovative designers to meet the new demands.
* Makie is a decorative method applied onto lacquer coated objects. The exquisiteness of this technique became in full bloom in Kyoto, the cultural and political capital of Japan, in the 6th Century.
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Originally Designed Accessories Pendant Top, Broach, Hair Pin and others Traditional and modern motifs are individually drawn onto lacquer coated wood or natural stones. Enhancement of Makie with gold or silver powder, precious stones or mother of pearl adds gorgeous feel to the design. Each item is unique and one of a kind. Giftware Lacquer products are great gifts for all occasions. A picture frame can be a perfect Christmas present. We can add a commemorative notes or any inscription to achieve a custom touch to them. |
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Originally Designed Interior Decorative Screen, Lump Shade, Picture Frame, Wall Hanging, Jewelry Box, Flower Base, Cloth Hanger and others We have been exploring new ways to utilize lacquer art in western life style. A fusion of traditional technique and innovative designs will add inspiring looks at your home. Bottom far left is the Kyoto Lacquer Art Association's Award winning Inrou (Samurais' medicine case/accessory) style box with gorgeous Phoenix design. It can be used as a purse or interior decorative.
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Tableware, Tea Ceremony Items Bowl, tray, dish, plate, natsume (green tea container), chashaku (Tea spoon) and others. Soup bowls, tea saucers, chopsticks are still necessity for every day life. We offer affordable priced products made outside of Kyoto as well as high-end custom made tableware. All tea ceremony goods are made with the most splendid craftsmanship. |
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Ceremonial Goods Wedding, Graduation, Funeral and other ceremonial goods. Lacquer coated ceremonial trays with Kamon (a family crest) are the must to conduct all ceremonies. Until Meiji era (1869), only people in Samurai-class and the Royal family were allowed to own Kamon. Among over eighty-five hundreds different Kamon commonly used, certain Kamon are symbol of specific family. The 16-pedalle chrysanthemum is known as the Imperial symbol. The mallow tree leaves is well known as the Tokugawa-Shogunate symbol. |
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Makie DIY Class
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