All About The Eyeglasses Capital Of Japan

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Sabae, a small city in Japan's Fukui Prefecture, has earned the title 'eyeglasses capital' for producing over 90% of the nation's frames

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Sabae offers visitors an opportunity to explore the craft behind its spectacles

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The city's journey into the eyeglass industry began in 1905 when a local government official invited skilled artisans to the city to create new economic opportunities for farmers

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This initiative has since flourished, and today, the city is home to over 100 companies specialising in eyeglass production, according to a report

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Though frames created by Sabae are found across Japan, there's something unique about the city and seeing the process firsthand

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Some artisans focus exclusively on one expertise throughout their careers, including machine cutting, polishing or nose pad attachment

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The Megane Museum in Sabae offers visitors an in-depth look at the craft, with displays illustrating the numerous stages of frame creation

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Visitors can also explore the city's eyewear-themed street signs, exhibits, and events, further cementing Sabae's reputation as the eyeglasses capital

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