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Woodworker, carver, metalsmith, lacquerer and gilder each take a part - the town's whole craft in one object.
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Takaoka Butsudan are Buddhist household altars made in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture. They have a tradition dating back to the Edo period. In the 21st century it has annual sales of around 1 billion yen, and as of 2016 there are 8 manufacturers in the city. There are records of lacquered furniture made by cabinetmakers in the Keicho era, and it is thought that altar making had formed as an industry by the end of the Edo shogunate at the latest. An altar made in 1846 is said to be almost identical to the present Takaoka Butsudan style.
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Founded / opened：Edo period Highlights / collection：Gold leaf and lacquer, Division of labour between carving and metal fittings Genre：Lacquer art, Metalwork, Sculpture
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