What do you know about Washi paper ?
Washi (和紙), meaning Japanese (和) Paper (紙), is commonly made using fibers from the bark of the kozo (paper mulberry tree), the mitsumata shrub, which is a plant native to Japan, or a deciduous shrub called the gampi tree. It also can be made using hemp, bamboo, cotton and so on. There are mainly two methods of making washi paper: Nagashi-suki, or fiber flow papermaking and Tame-suki, or fiber settling papermaking.
The paper products are both handmade and machine made, but in general, the bast, or inner bark, is first soaked and boiled in hot water. Then its fiber is beaten with a rod so that the fibers are pulled apart without getting destroyed. Then it is mixed with water and tororo-aoi, which is used as a glue. The mixture is next poured into a Suki-bune, or paper making boat, to form a sheet of paper. The paper is stacked wet, the water is pressed out, then laid out to dry on a board.
メイドインジャパンの高品質
JAPAN Made High Quality
Washi paper has a long history and it can be traced back to the 8th century in the second oldest book of classical Japanese history called, The Nihon Shoki , sometimes translated as The Chronicles of Japan.
Sensitivity and craftsmanship which are somewhat unique to Japanese made it possible to achieve the development of washi paper to the world’s top quality.
Yuzen Washi is produced by traditional techniques
As classified similarly by the Yuzen dyeing of kimonos, Yuzen washi is a type of Japanese paper produced in Kyoto that has been gorgeously dyed with traditional Japanese patterns using a rich color scheme. Typical Yuzen washi uses curved lines to create picturesque patterns of landscapes, plants, trees, flowers, birds..etc.
It’s characterized by its precise and elegant color scheme despite the use of a variety of colors. The name “Yuzen” is said to have originated with Miyazaki Yuzenzai, who was active as a fan painter in Kyoto during the Edo period.
about Japanese Paper Crafts
Ain Shams Co., Ltd. began with promoting Japanese Yuzen washi paper crafts.
Choosing a pattern for the Yuzen washi paper is fun and adds a touch of elegance to the interior of your room.
The paper is practical and can be used in daily life, and is also appreciated as a gift.
Washi paper is very popular among men and women of all ages because it can be used for many crafts.
Our Handcrafted Items
Our Handcrafted items have an elegant finish with Yuzen Washi paper. Since our establishment in 2019, we have been planning and selling handmade Japanese paper business card cases with the single-minded desire to bring you the “joy of making”. Our company is located in Mito, Ibaraki, and our products can be purchased by contacting us.