Paper is a gift from nature.

Our kochi

Rivers originate in the mountains, are nurtured by forests, and flow into the sea.
The Shikoku Mountains tower to the north, the largest forest area in Japan,

The Pacific Ocean to the south.

Kochi, where beautiful, clear water is born,
It is home to the Niyodo River, the cleanest river in Japan.

A variety of traditional cultures have been born in the river basin.

Kochi's traditional craft, Tosa handmade washi paper

"Tosa handmade washi paper" is a Kochi tradition that has been handed down for over 1,000 years.

Washi paper is made only from plants and water.
Making washi paper reminds us of our connection to nature.

How washi paper is made

Experience getting familiar with washi paper and making authentic washi paper

On-site event experience

Playing with Japanese paper colors

Making indigo-dyed washi paper on the riverbank

Making wind chimes from washi paper

Making a Japanese paper Christmas tree

Making a Japanese paper lampshade

Making washi paper using everyday tools

Making tapestries with plant-dyed washi paper

Making simple washi straps

Playing with Japanese paper colors

Making indigo-dyed washi paper on the riverbank

Making wind chimes from washi paper

Making a Japanese paper Christmas tree

Making a Japanese paper lampshade

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Workshop experience

Explaining how to make handmade washi paper

Foreigners experiencing handmade washi paper making

01 A plan to enjoy making Tosa washi paper works

Handmade Japanese paper making experience

Basics of Tosa washi making taught directly by craftsmen

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Make one of the following: ``Tosa Washi Tapestry,'' ``Lampshade,'' and ``Tosa Washi Eco Bag.''

Time / 10:00~12:00 / 13:00~15:00

Price (1 person) / 6,000 yen

Capacity: 1 to 3 people

*Reservation required 3 days in advance

Through making Tosa washi paper, you can experience ``manufacturing'' that coexists with the nature that the Japanese cherish.

Time / 9:00~16:00

Price (1 person) / 30,000 yen

Capacity: 1-2 people

*Reservation required 10 days in advance

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Handmade product introduction

Shoji screens and sliding doors in Japanese-style rooms,
Handmade washi paper is often thought of as being used for calligraphy and Japanese painting.

Artists are using this natural material to create new works.

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Our Workshop

Our workshop has been in operation for four generations since the Meiji era.
It is located in Takaoka, Tosa City, in the Niyodo River basin.

We will tell the story of handmade washi paper through various activities.

Details and access to the workshop