Japan - Chiyogami & More

Okawara is a relatively thick Japanese paper that is used in book arts, printmaking, and conservation. It is handmade of kozo and hemp fiber. Also ideal for brush painting and conservation work.

This ogura lace was created with ?ôRakusui?ö, a technique which uses droplets of water that ?ôrain down?ö through the fibers to create random shaped openings. Manila hemp fibers give this gorgeous paper strength and texture. Our ogura lace papers are...

Luscious, vibrantly-coloured Chiyogami papers are hand-printed using the silk-screen technique. In this laborious process each colour is applied using a separate screen. Sometimes as many as 12 colours, including gold or other metallics, may be used...

The striped laid lines are a unique characteristic of this high quality sheet. Long recognized by printmakers as one of the most versatile of Japanese washi papers, Hosho Select is particularly suitable for woodblock prints.

Chiyogami papers from Aitoh Co. are decorative washi papers featuring intricate, colorful patterns inspired by traditional Japanese art. Known for their durability and vivid designs, they are popular for origami and a variety of craft projects like...

Luscious, vibrantly-coloured Chiyogami papers are hand-printed using the silk-screen technique. In this laborious process each colour is applied using a separate screen. Sometimes as many as 12 colours, including gold or other metallics, may be used to...

Luscious, vibrantly-coloured Chiyogami papers are hand-printed using the silk-screen technique. In this laborious process each colour is applied using a separate screen. Sometimes as many as 12 colours, including gold or other metallics, may be used to...

Yuzenshi decorative paper is a traditional Japanese paper known for its unique textures and patterns, often incorporating natural elements like plant fibers and pigments. Characterized by its delicate yet durable quality, Yuzenshi is commonly used in...

Made with environmentally friendly bamboo, this sheet has a small ecological footprint. Bamboo Select is slightly heavier than other washi with a lovely soft surface making it ideal for intaglio, block printing and letterpress. Seventy percent bamboo...

Mulberry is mould made of kozo and sulphite pulp, white and acid-free, and its strength, softness and flexibility make it the most versatile sheet for printers and printmakers. This paper is is good for relief printing, silkscreen, hand lithography,...

These color-coordinated blocks of washi papers can be used for mini Origami, paper craft, scrapbooking, collage, drawing, chine colle and also make great gifts. Each square sheet measures 3.3" x 3.3", with a variety of 150 sheets per block.

This ogura lace was created with ?ôRakusui?ö, a technique which uses droplets of water that ?ôrain down?ö through the fibers to create random shaped openings. Manila hemp fibers give this gorgeous paper strength and texture. Our ogura lace papers are...

This ogura lace was created with “Rakusui”, a technique which uses droplets of water that “rain down” through the fibers to create random shaped openings. Manila hemp fibers give this gorgeous paper strength and texture. Our ogura lace papers are a...

Luscious, vibrantly-coloured Chiyogami papers are hand-printed using the silk-screen technique. In this laborious process each colour is applied using a separate screen. Sometimes as many as 12 colours, including gold or other metallics, may be used to...

Luscious, vibrantly-coloured Chiyogami papers are hand-printed using the silk-screen technique. In this laborious process each colour is applied using a separate screen. Sometimes as many as 12 colours, including gold or other metallics, may be used to...

Luscious, vibrantly-coloured Chiyogami papers are hand-printed using the silk-screen technique. In this laborious process each colour is applied using a separate screen. Sometimes as many as 12 colours, including gold or other metallics, may be used to...