HIDAKA, Kochi Prefecture--A small manufacturer of Japanese paper here has won a global following by producing what is reputed to be the world’s thinnest traditional washi paper. With a thickness of ...

In 2016, Longmont Museum spotlighted the intricate and eye-catching work of international contemporary origami artists with the exhibit “Above The Fold” — curated by Los Angeles-based historian of ...

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 ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... In 2016, Longmont Museum spotlighted the intricate and eye-catching work of international contemporary origami artists with the exhibit “Above The Fold” — ...

Japanese washi paper is renowned for its aesthetic beauty and its wide-array of usages. Now, a group of researchers have made a green composite material from washi which boasts a 60% increase in ...

Japan's washi paper has been crafted by hand for over 1,500 years and is prized for its beauty, strength, and distinct natural textures. If kept correctly, some varieties can last more than a thousand ...

As 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 process, ...

Washi: the traditional Japanese paper, known for its beauty and strength, has been used in bookbinding, art, furniture, and architecture for hundreds of years. But more recently, washi's usage is on ...