History
In 1950
The organization was reorganized as Akita Lacquerware Industrial Cooperative.
In 1976
Kawatsura lacquerware was designated as a national traditional craft.
In 1986
The organization was honored with the excellent cooperative award by National Federation of Small Business Associations.
In 1988
Kawatsura lacquerware won the highest overall score and was presented Meiyo Sosai Katsuranomiya Award at the 23rd National Lacquerware Exhibition.
In 1993
The organization was awarded by the Minister of International Trade and Industry for the contributions to the promotion of traditional crafts industry.
In 1994
The organization was awarded by the forest administration in Akita prefecture for its contribution to the development and utilization of national forest resources.
In 1996
Kawatsura lacquerware was designated as an Akita traditional craft.
In 1998
Kawatsura lacquerware won the Prime Minister’s Award at the 32nd National Lacquerware Exhibition.
In 2000
Kawatsura lacquerware won the Prime Minister’s Award at the 34th National Lacquerware Exhibition.
In 2001
Medals for the official competitions of the World Games were created using materials of Kawatsura lacquerware.
In 2002
Kawatsura lacquerware won the Good Design Award.
In 2005
Kawatsura lacquerware won the Prime Minister’s Award at the 40th National Lacquerware Exhibition.
In 2009
Yuzawa City Kawatsura Lacquerware Traditional Crafts Center was constructed.
In 2010
Kawatsura lacquerware won the Katsuranomiya Award at the 45rd National Lacquerware Exhibition.
In 2016
Lacquer Forest Formation Project launched.
In 2025
Lacquerware for school lunches introduced at junior high schools in Yuzawa City.
