Japanese traditional craft packaging

Since ancient times, the Japanese have been very keen on the packaging of goods and used it as a unique cultural symbol.

Speaking of Japan's "packaging" cultural origin can be traced back to China's Tang Dynasty. About 630 AD, Japan dispatched Don to visit China for dozens of times, and was known as the "Government Investigation Group." They devoted themselves to learning the culture of the Tang Dynasty. After returning home, they also promoted the rapid development of Japanese culture. The traditional process of “packaging” was spread from China to Japan at that time. Since then, the Japanese have preserved this culture and carried it forward.

Today, in the 21st century, the ancient civilizations of 1,400 years ago, after continuous development, finally formed the unique Japanese packaging style.

The following is a brief introduction to Japan's traditional packaging.

1) "King Yuzen Package"

The use of the "Kyo Yuzen" process film packaging box is a traditional packaging process in Japan.

The so-called "King Yen Chan" refers to using warm and moist Japanese styles and paper to glue objects together in layers, and then hand-painting various fine patterns on the packaging. Now only in Kyoto can we see this traditional hand-wrapped packaging process.

The packaging process of "King Yuzen" requires very precise calculations. It takes a long time to cultivate a truly outstanding craftsman. The packaging of "Jing You Zen" is mainly based on irregular geometric patterns. There are lovely animals and flowers that are representative of the seasons. The delicate pattern design and accidental composition meet each other, creating a fascinating experience. Artwork. In addition, the bottom paper is made of Japanese traditional paper and pasted with a soft and warm touch, giving a natural and rustic feel.

2) "Lacquer Packaging"

The traditional lacquerware craft packaging box is distinguished and elegant, giving people a beautiful visual enjoyment. The term "lacquer" used here refers to "lacquered wood resin," a pure, natural colloidal liquid. Speaking of Japan's "lacquer" process, it must be traced back to the ancient stone age. In the early Jomon period of Japan, “lacquer” was widely used as an adhesive. At the time, bows, combs, containers, and everyday accessories used by people were not the same as liquids. . In many of the sites that were later excavated, many unearthed artifacts confirm the universality of this process.

In recent years, these traditional packaging have been fused with more and more updated popular elements and shapes. Young designers and traditional artisans have more and more opportunities to exchange technology and design concepts.

3) "Overlap Boxes"

"Overlap Box" combines the characteristics of lacquerware on the basis of Jing Yuzen packaging. From this feature, it is easy to see the interesting aspects of traditional Japanese packaging art. For example, an overlapping bin containing several sections of multi-layered wooden boxes in the box is a typical example. This overlapping box is designed for the Japanese people to enjoy the "New Year's Day cuisine" they eat during the New Year. Due to the fact that the design of the overlapping box has always been known for its luxury, in the production process, it is necessary to have very precise calculations and sophisticated technics. This kind of exquisite traditional craftsmanship is an area where careful Japanese people are most adept at, but the craftsmen who can now inherit this craft are indeed becoming less and less.

About the Author:

Linzaki Shinji

Tokyo, Japan

1977 Inc. Taiyoike, Tokyo, Japan

2006 Big Step Corporate Image Design Co., Ltd. Joined

Reprinted from: Oriental Bake Network