Raden: The Iridescent Beauty of Mother-of-Pearl Inlay

Core Kyoto

S13E05
April 10, 2025 28 min

Overview

Raden, a decorative lacquerware technique, uses the glimmering inner layer of shells. The inlay appears to float resplendently on the black lacquer, inspiring artisans to take the art into the future.

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