We answer some frequently asked questions, such as "Do craftsmen get allergic reactions from working with lacquer?" and "How much training do craftsmen need?"

We review Wajima Lacquerware terminology on this page. We give definitions and links to related pages.

We interviewed representative Wajima Lacquerware artists--Shioda Keishiro, Inami Tadashi, and Mitani Goichi. They discuss their thoughts and their specialties.

This piano had an extraordinary journey, travelling from Paris to Kanazawa during the time of the Russo-Japanese War. This is a report on how this special piano has been restored using Wajima Lacquerware ornamentation techniques.

FAQ �^ Glossary �^ Interviews �^ Stessel's Piano

History �^ Creation �^ Variety �^ Artists �^ Factory �^ Setting �^ Misc.