Tsugaru-nuri Traditional Craft Chopsticks Kara-nuri (Red) Features of Tsugaru-nuri: It is a grinding and polishing technique, and all the techniques involve applying dozens of coats of lacquer and polishing to finish. It is a traditional technique that has been passed down for over 300 years, so Tsugaru-nuri is a pattern and a coating. It has a depth that emanates from the bottom, and a strength that adheres to the vessel (lacquerware from many production areas has patterns applied on top of the paint). Please consider this item if you understand that it has been stored at home for a long time. The box shows signs of aging.