
Tamura Cloisonne Company (1883-present)
Tamura (Tamura-Shippo) is a Japanese cloisonne company that is located in Shippo-cho, Ama City, Aichi Prefecture. The Tamura company have been producing cloisonne enamel since 1883. Through the Meiji Period (1868-1912), the Tashio Period (1912–26) and the Showa Period (1926-1989), Tamura have toned their skills as craftsmen, producing highly decorative contemporary pieces with vibrant colours. They still operate today in the market and create a selection of cloisonne enamel wares ranging from jewellery to vases. See their website for further details tamura-shippo.com.