The "Sekishu paper festival," where people can become familiar with Sekishu washi Japanese paper, was held in the city of Hamada, Shimane Prefecture, on August 10 and 11. The paper has a history ...

Igarashi is also working to have Echizen Torinokoshi handmade washi, a traditional Japanese paper made exclusively from domestic gampi shrubs, registered as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO.

A s an ancient technique that dates back to the 7th century, the art of making washi—Japanese paper—has been practiced for hundreds of years by craftsmen. A lot of effort goes into the whole ...

Traditional Japanese handmade paper, or washi, has long been used for everything from writing to decorating homes. A look at its fascinating history, how and where you can make it, and why it’s ...

For over 1,000 years, Japan has produced some of the world’s finest paper, using strong natural fibers and exceptional production techniques passed down through the generations. Japanese handmade ...

The set itself, designed and created by Ibe, is built from 1,000 squares of "prison paper" that papermaker Ruth Lignen constructed using traditional Japanese washi papermaking techniques from the ...

More importantly, Japanese papermakers were reviving their own traditions — particularly washi, a kind of paper similar to xuan paper — and infusing them with elements of modern design better suited ...

One of Sarah Brayer’s artworks using handcrafted Japanese washi paper, entitled "Katsura Squares (2010)." Dedication at the temple Many Buddhist temples house priceless artifacts, such as ...

The red of the GMT hand draws its inspiration from the kozo fruit of the same mulberry trees that are used to create washi paper. Grand Seiko. The SBGJ283’s dial has a crinkle-like texture and an ...

The washi-making workshop takes an hour, and you can bring your paper home with you on the same day. Workshop time and reservations can be made here . Read more ...

The "Sekishu paper festival," where people can become familiar with Sekishu washi Japanese paper, was held in the city of Hamada, Shimane Prefecture, on August 10 and 11. The paper has a history ...