Creators Voice

Stories from artists creating new possibilities, while inheriting traditions from across the length and breadth of Japan.

Creators Voice

Stories from artists creating new possibilities, while inheriting traditions from across the length and breadth of Japan.

I would like to preserve this wonderful tradition for future generations

Mr. Wataru Hatano

Handcrafts developed under steep thatched roofs

Gokayama Washi no Sato Mr. Hideyuki Higashi

Stencil-dyed washi items born from Mingei Undo—the folk art movement

Keijusha Etchu-Yatsuo Washi Mr. Yasuki Yoshida

A Japanese experience of futuristic washi made using zeolite

REQU Ms. Yukari Sato

Awagamis Fine Art Washi create art scene in the World

Mr. Yoichi Fujimori - Awagami Factory / The Hall of Awa Japanese Handmade Paper