Kiso Hirasawa

The Mecca of Lacquerware

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Kiso-Hirasawa is a Nakasendō post town known for its long-standing lacquerware tradition, with family-run ateliers lining the old route. Visitors can meet artisans, see their urushi work up close, and experience a community where craft is still part of everyday life.

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Layers of Time: Discover the Living Beauty of Kiso Lacquerware
Explore the 400-year legacy of Kiso lacquerware in Kiso-Hirasawa. Meet master artisans, observe their craft, and discover the 'beauty completed through use' of this exquisite traditional art, suitable for ages 12 and up.
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Layers of Time: Discover the Living Beauty of Kiso Lacquerware

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Layers of Time: Discover the Living Beauty of Kiso Lacquerware
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