What is Awagami paper?

Awagami Inkjet Papers are revolutionary Japanese washi papers created for the highest quality digital inkjet prints. These impressive papers (suitable for photographers, artists & designers) are made with natural fibers + pure mountain water-insuring museum quality archival prints.

What is Japanese Washi paper made from?

Traditional Washi is fine paper made from fibers of the Gampi Tree, the Misumata Shrub, the Mulberry bush, Bamboo, Hemp, Rice and other natural materials. The fibers, bark, flower petals and other inclusions provide great texture and character to these papers from Japan.

What is Gampi plant?

Gampi or Ganpi are a group of Japanese shrubs, members of the genus Wikstroemia, some of which have been used for making paper since the 8th century. It is used to make the high quality washi paper, as are kōzo and mitsumata trees.

When was washi paper invented?

Washi = Japanese Paper Papermaking was introduced to Japan more than 1,300 years ago. The Chronicles of Japan, Nihon Shoki, written in the year 720, state that the Chinese methods of making ink and paper were introduced to Japan by the Korean Buddhist priest, Doncho, in 610.

What kind of papers do they make at Awagami?

Responding to the needs of artists & creators, Awagami focuses on research and development in an ongoing effort to integrate washi into contemporary life. Awagami produces washi from natural fibers: Kozo, Bamboo, Mitsumata, Gampi and Hemp to create papers for Fine Art, Inkjet Printing, Crafts, Interior Design and Art Conservation.

Where does the Awagami brand of washi come from?

Welcome to ‘Awagami Factory’ and thank you for your interest in our brand of washi 100% crafted & produced by the Fujimori family in Tokushima, Japan. Responding to the needs of artists & creators, Awagami focuses on research and development in an ongoing effort to integrate washi into contemporary life.

Which is the best online store for washi paper?

The Awagami Factory online store offers washi paper & related washi products for our growing international customer base. In order for artists to create their best work, it’s important they choose the right materials. Awagami Inkjet Papers are revolutionary Japanese washi papers created for the highest quality digital inkjet prints.

What kind of paper is Japanese washi made of?

These impressive papers (suitable for photographers, artists & designers) are made with natural fibers + pure mountain water-insuring museum quality archival prints. AIJP papers faithfully retain the unique texture of Japanese washi yet have been specially coated at our mill to maximize the creative potential of your digital print experience.