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Ujo bori(烏城彫)

うじょうぼり Ujobori Carving

Named for the castle's nickname: flowers and birds carved in relief on trays and boxes, finished in lacquer.

TypeWorkshop or kiln
GenreSculpture / Lacquer art
City / townOkayama
Area in the prefectureBizen

FAQ

Where is Ujobori Carving?
It is in Okayama, Okayama Prefecture, Japan. It is a craft workshop.
What can I see at Ujobori Carving?
Named for the castle's nickname: flowers and birds carved in relief on trays and boxes, finished in lacquer. The focus is sculpture, lacquerware.
When was Ujobori Carving established?
It dates from 1918.

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Sources

Official site:http://www.ujobori.co.jp/

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