Washi Paper

Glossary

A traditional Japanese handmade paper produced using fibres of trees such as gampi, mitsumata and paper mulberry. Because of its durability, it is used for many traditional arts, especially origami, shodo and ukiyo-e prints. Additionally, it is used to make everyday items such as clothes, household goods, toys and ritual objects for Shinto and Buddhist practices. It is recognised by the UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage.

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Washi Paper%newline%A traditional Japanese handmade paper produced using fibres of trees such as gampi, mitsumata and paper mulberry. Because of its durability, it is used for many traditional arts, especially origami, shodo and ukiyo-e prints. Additionally, it is used to make everyday items such as clothes, household goods, toys and ritual objects for Shinto and Buddhist practices. It is recognised by the UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage.

Chicago	MAP Academy Encyclopedia of Art. “Washi Paper”. Accessed April 27, 2024. https://mapacademy.io/glossary/washi-paper/
MLA	“Washi Paper.” MAP Academy Encyclopedia of Art. https://mapacademy.io/glossary/washi-paper/. Accessed 27, April, 2024.
Harvard	MAP Academy Encyclopedia of Art. (2022) Washi Paper. [Online]. Available at: https://mapacademy.io/glossary/washi-paper/. (Accessed: 27, April, 2024)