Hands-on Washi-Making Workshops
In Ogawa/Higashi-chichibu/Tokyo
●Washi Learning Center:
All Washi made at the center uses Japanese Ogawa Kozo.
⋆ Short Program: Make 5 Sheets in a slightly larger than A3 size:
⋆ One Day Program: Experience making washi. Learn more about how the materials are made and the process of making washi.
⋆ 4-Day Program:
For a group of more than 3 people,
This program is specifically for those who wish to do an in-depth study of washi. This 4-Day Program is an expansion of the One Day Program and will take a more detailed look into selected steps of the washi making process. Each day tackles a step, or steps, in the washi making process and will advance as the participant's skill progresses.
●Family Studio
one of the few remaining studios run by a family, currently the fifth generation, in Ogawa.
Participants will learn the purpose of and the differences between the various materials.
● Small Independent Washi Studios
You will learn how to make high grade washi with simple equipment in a small space. 4,000 yen/person/morning
* Kozo workshop
* Mitsumata workshop
Program Examples
- Basic Washi-Making: about A3 size Washi
- Vegetable dye
- Japanese “Watoji” Book bound workshop
● Washi no Sato
A full day Workshop: The program is recommended for a group of 5 or more, hoever it is also avaialable for Individuals.
Full use of a vat with an instructor
Gain hands-on experience making your own washi. Avail of the exclusive use of a paper making vat for a whole day.