Nuriichi Nanukamachi (Seki Shikki-ten)

Seki Shikki-ten (Seki Lacquerware Shop) specializes in the sale of Aizu lacquerware. Its products are also sold at department stores and other locations across the region. At the shop, Seki Shikki-ten, which has a long history of producing and selling lacquerware, displays local traditional crafts all in one place, offering a chance to experience the culture of Aizu.
The exterior is a Japanese-style building that, at first glance, resembles a traditional Japanese house of the past. Inside, a wide variety of carefully made lacquerware is on display, and the craftsmanship and passion of the artisans shine through in its beautiful luster and fine carvings.

Among the lacquerware, the collection includes many works that make full use of traditional techniques such as maki-e and kin-maki-e. Maki-e is a technique in which fine materials such as gold, silver, and shell are sprinkled onto a lacquer ground, then carved away along a carved pattern to create beautiful decoration.
Kin-maki-e is a technique that makes use of the brilliance of gold by polishing gold leaf, stretching it thin, and placing it on lacquer.
Lacquerware made with these techniques combines a unique beauty with a high level of skill, and it is highly regarded around the world as a traditional craft.

The shop also carries Japanese miscellaneous goods, tea utensils, and pottery in addition to lacquerware, offering a wide selection that allows visitors to experience Japanese traditional culture. It is a recommended shop for those who want to acquire traditional lacquerware or are looking for a gift.

The staff explain lacquerware knowledge and production processes in detail. They also teach how to use and care for lacquerware, so even first-time buyers can choose lacquerware with confidence.

Why not look for lacquerware that is a traditional craft yet suits modern life?