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update:February 27, 2012
kamakuraboriQ＆A
Q.1 How long does it take to make one Kamakurabori lacquerware?
A.It takes one month to one and a half month for you to make a round tray
(1ft in diameter).
Q.2 What is the characteristic of Kamakurabori lacquerware?
A. The combined effect of carving and lacquering.
Q.3 What is urushi?
A. Sap of urushi tree, used as coating material, resistant to water, acids and alkalis.
Q.4 What is the hardest part in making Kamakurabori lacquerware?
A. To make a coherent and integrated effect out of distinct processes of carving and lacquering.
Q.5 Is there any concerm among Kamakurabori craftsmen?
A. Availability of the wood-base material, Katsura tree, especially those of large block, is a major comcern.
Q.6 What kind of tool is used for carving?
A. Various types of carving knives and chisels, as shown in the photo.
Q.7 How long does it take to be a full-fledged Kamakurabori craftsman?
A. It requires a lot of knowledge and experience to be a Kamakurabori craftsman.
Usually it takes 5 to 7 years.
