Echizen-washi
Washi PaperHokuriku
Price range
¥500 ~ ¥50,000
Premium handmade paper from Fukui with 1,500 years of history.
Echizen-washi is a traditional Japanese paper (washi) produced in Echizen (now Echizen City), Fukui Prefecture, with a history of over 1,500 years, making it one of Japan's oldest papermaking regions. According to legend, a goddess appeared at a river and taught the villagers the art of papermaking. Echizen-washi is prized for its strength, texture, and beauty, and has been used for official documents, woodblock prints, fusuma (sliding doors), and as the base paper for Japanese banknotes.
At a Glance
- Craft Type
- paper
- Region
- Hokuriku
- Materials
- Kozo, mitsumata, gampi
- Designation
- national traditional
- Price Range
- ¥500–¥50000
Materials
Kozo, mitsumata, gampi
Techniques
Nagashi-zuki (flow scooping)
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of craft is Echizen-washi?
Echizen-washi is a traditional Japanese paper craft.
What materials are used to make Echizen-washi?
Echizen-washi is made using Kozo, mitsumata, gampi.
Is Echizen-washi a designated traditional craft?
Yes, Echizen-washi holds the National Traditional Craft designation.
Where does Echizen-washi originate from?
Echizen-washi originates from Hokuriku, Japan.
What techniques are used to make Echizen-washi?
The techniques used include: Nagashi-zuki (flow scooping).
How much does Echizen-washi cost?
Echizen-washi is typically priced between ¥500 and ¥50000.
Is Echizen-washi a good souvenir from Japan?
Echizen-washi is a popular traditional Japanese craft that makes an excellent souvenir.
What makes Echizen-washi unique?
Echizen-washi is distinguished by its Nagashi-zuki (flow scooping) techniques and Kozo, mitsumata, gampi materials.
How is Echizen-washi traditionally used?
Echizen-washi is a traditional Japanese paper craft with both practical and decorative applications.