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Warped Glassware Dishes

These Unique Glass Dishes Make Use of Purified Urushito Tree Sap

— October 30, 2014 — Art & Design
These unique glass dishes by Japan Joboji go by the name of Urushito Glass and make use of Urushi, an adhesive and coating that is derived from the sap of the Urushi tree. Despite the material's simplicity, it can be used for a wide range of applications from painting to tableware. Urushi was once to sought after by Europeans, they created what is known today as lacquer.

Some of the traits of Urushito glass that can be seen in this collection are the pale green tint to the material, as well as an extremely thin, delicate look. However, as insubstantial as the glass may seem, this material is some of the most unbreakable available on the market.
Trend Themes
1. Urushito Glass Dishes - The unique glass dishes made with Urushi sap provide an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the glassware industry.
2. Urushi Coating Applications - The versatility of Urushi coating opens up disruptive innovation opportunities in various industries, from painting to tableware.
3. Unbreakable Glass Material - The development of extremely thin and unbreakable glass materials like Urushito glass presents disruptive innovation potential for the glass industry.
Industry Implications
1. Glassware Industry - The Urushito Glass Dishes offer disruptive innovation prospects for the glassware industry, with its unique material and delicate look.
2. Craft and Art Industry - The use of Urushi coating in craft and art applications provides disruptive innovation possibilities in creating unique and durable products.
3. Interior Design Industry - The introduction of Urushito Glass offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the interior design industry, with its pale green tint and unbreakable nature.
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