crude Japan wax
A raw wax derived from the berries of the Japanese wax tree (haze). Used in traditional crafts, polishes, and cosmetics. Compare with 木蝋 (もくろう), which often refers to the refined product.
See also: 木蝋
Crude Japan wax is a natural wax obtained from the berries of the Japanese wax tree.
These candles are made by refining crude Japan wax.
Standard kanji spelling for crude Japan wax.
Search-only kyūjitai form; not used in modern writing.
Formed from 生（き）, “raw” or “unprocessed,” and 蝋, “wax.” 生 has its native reading here, while 蝋 has its Sino-Japanese reading.