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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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