“What’s Today’s Special Day?” Series November 13th. Did you know that this day is celebrated in Japan as “Urushi no Hi,” or “Lacquer Day”?
November 13th is 'Urushi Day' (Lacquer Day) in Japan. Discover the deep history, from a Heian-era prince to 9,000-year-old artifacts. We explore why this "poisonous" sap is Japan's most treasured material and its link to the spirit of monozukuri.