"The S100X Urushi Edition, also known as The Special One, is a limited edition desktop calculator designed using a century-old Japanese Urushi lacquer technique."
"To handcraft the body of the device, Casio collaborated with Yamakyu Shitsuki, a lacquerware workshop that has been specializing in the craft since 1930."
"The craftsmanship involves layering lacquer tree's filtered sap on the milled aluminum housing, achieving a sense of depth with repeated applications over a week."
"Each of the 625 limited edition calculators is handcrafted carefully, rendering each one unique in their look depending on the viewing angle."
The Casio S100X Urushi Edition is a limited edition desktop calculator that utilizes a century-old Japanese Urushi lacquer technique. Designed by Casio, the calculator's body is handcrafted by expert Ryuji Umeda at Yamakyu Shitsuki workshop. The craftsmanship involves layering lacquer tree sap on milled aluminum, achieving depth through repeated applications. Each of the 625 units is unique, polished for a luxurious finish, and features a machined aluminum body that enhances its premium feel, making it a blend of tradition and modern functionality.
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