{"product_id":"ring-urushi-lacquer-kyoto-opal-akane-large-size","title":"Ring \/ Urushi Lacquer \u0026 Kyoto Opal \/ AKANE \/ Large Size","description":"\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":9,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":289}'\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":49,\"w\":565,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":329}'\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong bis_size='{\"x\":122,\"y\":51,\"w\":0,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":538,\"abs_y\":331}'\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":122,\"y\":51,\"w\":0,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":538,\"abs_y\":331}'\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":83,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":363}'\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":118,\"w\":565,\"h\":137,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":398}'\u003eThese ring were produced with the aim of creating a design that transcends the boundaries of \"lacquer\" and \"Japanese style\".\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":362,\"y\":139,\"w\":0,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":778,\"abs_y\":419}'\u003eAKANE comes in a powerful red color. When summer is over and autumn is approaching, the streets of Japan are filled with leaves in these colors. You will enjoy the beautifully changing light colors from different viewing angles and by day and night.\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":106,\"y\":218,\"w\":0,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":522,\"abs_y\":498}'\u003eWould you like to wear the skill of a skilled lacquer painter?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":271,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":551}'\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":307,\"w\":565,\"h\":39,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":587}'\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：1300 years ago \/ 700AD \/ Yamato period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":362,\"w\":565,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":642}'\u003eWith the arrival of Buddhism in the 6th century, Buddhist altars began to be produced in Japan. As time progressed, investigations by Buddhists to outlaw Christianity led to the installation of butsudan (small shrine) in homes. This increased demand for butsudan led to further expansion of production of kyo-butsudan. Even today, the technology used to make butsudan is still being used to develop meticulous products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":496,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":776}'\u003e\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":497,\"w\":0,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":458,\"abs_y\":777}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":531,\"w\":565,\"h\":22,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":811}'\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":565,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":845}'\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":600,\"w\":565,\"h\":117,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":880}'\u003eTsutomu Matsuda \/ Matsuda Lacquer Studio\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":326,\"y\":602,\"w\":0,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":742,\"abs_y\":882}'\u003eHe has been engaged in lacquering Buddhist altars and ritual articles for more than 50 years in Kyoto. He sublimates the techniques and experience he has cultivated over the past 50 years into accessories that glamorously adorn the body and soul of people. He produces genuine handmade crafts that stubbornly stick to handcrafting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":734,\"w\":565,\"h\":253,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1014}'\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/2023-02-10180111_480x480.png?v=1676019706\" alt=\"\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":734,\"w\":480,\"h\":249,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1014}'\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1003,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1283}'\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1039,\"w\":565,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1319}'\u003e\"Repainting traditional art into modern art\"\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":317,\"y\":1041,\"w\":0,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":733,\"abs_y\":1321}'\u003eWith the demand for lacquer decreasing rapidly, we want to convey the beauty of lacquer to a wider variety of people. With this in mind, we have incorporated the traditional techniques we have cultivated over the years into accessories to make lacquer more accessible to people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1153,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1433}'\u003eAchievement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1189,\"w\":565,\"h\":78,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1469}'\u003eDesignated as a traditional craftsman in 2014 \u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":333,\"y\":1190,\"w\":0,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":749,\"abs_y\":1470}'\u003eReceived award for Master Craftsman of Kyoto\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":341,\"y\":1210,\"w\":0,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":757,\"abs_y\":1490}'\u003eReceived award for the Order of the Sacred Treasure, Silver and Silver Rays\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":526,\"y\":1229,\"w\":0,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":942,\"abs_y\":1509}'\u003eHe has received many other awards for their work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1283,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1563}'\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1319,\"w\":565,\"h\":29,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1599}'\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1359,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1639}'\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1394,\"w\":565,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1674}'\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1508,\"w\":565,\"h\":19,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1788}'\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1544,\"w\":565,\"h\":97,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1824}'\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" bis_size='{\"x\":42,\"y\":1584,\"w\":518,\"h\":55,\"abs_x\":458,\"abs_y\":1864}'\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr bis_size='{\"x\":240,\"y\":1624,\"w\":0,\"h\":16,\"abs_x\":656,\"abs_y\":1904}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp bis_size='{\"x\":12,\"y\":1658,\"w\":565,\"h\":58,\"abs_x\":428,\"abs_y\":1938}'\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. 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