It is said that lacquer becomes hardest 100 years after it is applied, so it takes many years to harden completely.
“Echizen Kataurushi” is a dishwasher-resistant lacquer that has achieved a hard coating film through the industry-academia-government collaboration with Fukui Prefecture and Fukui University.
The “Ichijo wan”, which are crafted in the traditional shape, and the “Asakura wan”, which have a curved edge, are available in two sizes (about 12.1cm and about 13.6cm) and two colors (black and vermilion). It is characterized by its higher heat resistance and durability, more so than many other conventional lacquerwares. In this regard, it is a staple product for the dining table.