Fuki-urushi (拭き漆 [fuki-urushi])

Fuki-urushi is wipe lacquer: urushi is applied thinly, worked into the surface, and wiped back so only a very thin film remains. Repeated cycles build durability and a natural sheen while keeping the material texture visible, especially on wood.

The choice of lacquer changes the result. High-water raw urushi is often used for classic fuki-urushi, while pigmented first coats can highlight pores and grain after sanding. For higher water resistance or a clearer built surface, processed clear lacquer such as suki-sugurome MR may be used when the workflow calls for it.