[Yuzuru Hanyu New Merchandise Information] We Covered the Manufacturing Process of "Tamamushi-nuri" at Tohoku Kogei Seisakusho (Sendai City)
The manufacturing process of a Yuzuru Hanyu-inspired compact mirror using the traditional "Tamamushi-nuri" technique was covered at Tohoku Kogei Seisakusho.Summary
This article details new merchandise information for a compact mirror inspired by Yuzuru Hanyu's costume, which will be available for pre-order from March 2nd to March 30th, 2026. The mirror utilizes the technique of "Tamamushi-nuri" (Jewel Beetle Lacquer), a traditional craft designated by Miyagi Prefecture, to express the world of "Romeo and Juliet." The report covers the manufacturing process at Tohoku Kogei Seisakusho in Sendai City. Tamamushi-nuri is a lacquerware technique born in Sendai, characterized by its brilliant luster and color that subtly changes with the light, resembling a jewel beetle's wing. The process involves several meticulous steps: base treatment of the acrylic plate, "silver scattering" (spraying a silver metallic powder solution), applying deep navy blue topcoats, transferring the design via silk-screening, and finally, applying green metallic powder over an adhesive layer for accent colors. The company emphasizes that the craft is evolving to be usable in daily life, not just for display. The representative director expressed great honor in being involved in creating merchandise for Hanyu, a hero from Sendai.
(Source：美術展ナビ)