Home Core Kyoto Season 2025 Episode 5

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

Core Kyoto · Season 2025 · Episode 5
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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Season
2025
Episode
5
Air Date
10/Apr/2025
Air Time
Runtime
30 min

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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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