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Wajima, Japan, struck by earthquake and floods, faces challenges in preserving its lacquerware tradition.
Wajima, Japan, a city known for its fine lacquerware, faced two major disasters in 2024: a 7.5-magnitude earthquake on New Year's Day and severe floods in September.
These events devastated the city and its lacquerware industry, which employs around 700 artisans.
Despite the challenges, craftspeople like Taiichi Kirimoto are working to rebuild the community and preserve the tradition, emphasizing its importance and resilience.
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Wajima, Japón, golpeada por terremotos e inundaciones, se enfrenta a desafíos en la preservación de su tradición de lacado.