Atami Kusu Zaiku: Atami Camphor wood crafts
July 09, 2015Atami, one of the main Japanese hot spring areas, is also famed with Atami kusu zaiku, the local traditional wood craft. Kusu zaiku is made of camphor tree that grows proliferously in Izu area of Shizuoka prefecture. Crafts completed with urushi (natural Japanese lacquer) are well known for their beautiful wood grain, insect repellent and scent.
Translation by: Aki Tobayama, reviewed by Eri Hara
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