Maeju

About

Based in Kaga, Ishikawa Prefecture—the historic center of Japanese woodturning and lacquer craftsmanship—Maeju specializes in contemporary Yamanaka lacquerware (Yamanaka-nuri). Combining traditional techniques with the needs of modern living, the maker creates refined bento boxes, tableware, and everyday vessels with elegant forms and durable urushi finishes. Rooted in the heritage of handcrafted Japanese lacquerware, each piece is designed to bring quiet sophistication, practicality, and lasting beauty to daily use.