Kyo Shippo refers to cloisonne enamel work found in shrines and temples in Kyoto as well as cloisonne enamel work made in Kyoto. The city has a long history of cloisonne enamelware, dating back to the Momoyama period (16th century). Through the early Edo period (17th century), this craft was used extensively for sliding door handles, nail covers, and decorative metal fittings. In the Meiji era (19th century), Kyoto Prefecture invited a German chemist to develop a transparent glaze, which became the basis for modern cloisonné. Kyo-Shippo includes various techniques, such as wired cloisonné, transparent cloisonné, and the use of silver threads for intricate designs, and these techniques are used in a variety of applications, including furnishings, accessories, wall decorations, lighting fixtures, and crafts.