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Step into Chengdu, where 3,000-year-old lacquerware isn’t just surviving—it’s thriving! This Sichuan capital, famous for pandas and spicy hotpot, is now buzzing with artisans reimagining traditional crafts for Gen Z. Think sleek phone cases, neon-lit wall art, and even K-pop-inspired jewelry—all made using ancient techniques passed down since the Shang Dynasty.
At a hidden workshop in the city’s arts district, master crafters collaborate with TikTok-savvy designers. "We mix persimmon tannin with 24-karat gold leaf," explains one artist, holding up a holographic bowl that’s equal parts history and hypebeast. The result? Pieces selling out faster than concert tickets on Chinese e-commerce platforms.
For young travelers and culture vultures, Chengdu’s new heritage hubs offer DIY classes where you can lacquer your own AirPods case. As one visitor from London raves: "It’s like time-traveling with a tech upgrade!"
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This Sichuan capital, famous for pandas and spicy hotpot, is now buzzing with artisans reimagining traditional crafts for Gen Z. Think sleek phone cases, neon-lit wall art, and even K-pop-inspired jewelry—all made using ancient techniques passed down since the Shang Dynasty.
At a hidden workshop in the city’s arts district, master crafters collaborate with TikTok-savvy designers. "We mix persimmon tannin with 24-karat gold leaf," explains one artist, holding up a holographic bowl that’s equal parts history and hypebeast. The result? Pieces selling out faster than concert tickets on Chinese e-commerce platforms.
For young travelers and culture vultures, Chengdu’s new heritage hubs offer DIY classes where you can lacquer your own AirPods case. As one visitor from London raves: "It’s like time-traveling with a tech upgrade!"
