A deeper look into Japanese paper; Washi making experience at RYOZO Paper Mill

Recommended Points

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  Mr. Yasuhiro, the owner of Yanase Ryozo Paper Mill, will guide you through the world of Echizen Washi.
• 02
  Learn how to make Japanese paper using multiple techniques from Kyoko, a traditional craftsman
• 03
  You can take home the finished washi paper.

About the Tour

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  Yanase Ryozo Paper Mill is a Japanese paper making studio that mainly produces wrapping paper and Japanese confectionery wrappers. They make Japanese paper using the delicate method of mold rakusui and also cute and colorful Japanese paper.

   

  
  Ms. Kyoko Yanase, a third generation washi craftsman, is the proud head of her family's washi paper factory. Kyoko-san and her husband, Yasuhiro-san, will teach you about Japanese paper, how to make Japanese paper, and how to make a tapestry together.

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  When you come to Yanase Ryozo Paper Mill, the first thing you will do is visit the workshop. You will learn the basics of Japanese paper, such as the materials used to make Japanese paper, the process of making Japanese paper, and the what separates Echizen washi paper from the rest of Japan's. The Japanese paper making workshop is not normally open to the public, so it is a rare opportunity.

   

  
  After that, you will be lent an apron and boots and actually make Japanese paper. In the experience, you will get to experience multiple techniques such as "sukikomi" and "rakusui".

   

  
  While the washi paper is drying, have a look around the "RYOZO" shop next door. In addition to their own products, RYOZO also has a large selection of Japanese paper products from other studios in Imadate.

   

  
  At the end of the experience, you can take home the washi paper you made. The texture of washi paper suits any room, not just Japanese-style rooms, so why not try displaying it in your home?

   

  

• Details

  • Tour Details

    code:ICD0002
    Time required: about 2 hours (time required varies depending on the number of people)
    Minimum number of participants: 2 people
    Maximum number of people: 3 people
    Tour conductor: none

  • Meeting place

    Meeting place	Ryozo Yanase Paper Mill 〒915-0234 10-1 Otakicho, Echizen City, Fukui Prefecture
    Parking	Available

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  • Scheduled date

    ・Morning session 10:00~

     ・Afternoon 13:00~

    　This tour is on a request basis.
    　After confirming the purchase, we will ask you about 3 possible dates,We will be happy to make adjustments.

  • Course content

    1) Orientation
    2) Factory tour
    3) Japanese paper making lecture/experience
    4) Commemorative photo (taken with your own camera)

  • Included

    ・Experience fee
    ·Material cost
    　*Tour conductor and transportation are not included.

  • Cancellation Policy

    ・Cancellation 10 to 8 days before the tour date: 20% of the tour price
    ・Cancellation 7 to 2 days before the tour date: 30% of the tour price
    ・Cancellation on the day before the tour: 40% of the tour price
    ・Cancellation on the day: 50% of the tour price
    ・No contact or cancellation after the tour has started: 100% of the tour fee
    　* If it becomes difficult to participate on the day before or on the day of the experience, please contact the following experience directly.
    　　Contact: Ryozo Yanase Paper Mill TEL 0778-42-1155

  • Precautions

    ・We may guide you together with people from other groups.
    ・Children over 10 years old can participate (accompanied by a guardian).
    ・Not available on Saturdays and Sundays because the factory is closed. We ask for your understanding.
    ・Please come in comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. (The floor will be wet, so please have appropriate footwear.)
    ・If you touch any machines without permission, you may be injured. Please act according to the staff's instructions.

  • Contact

    General Incorporated Association SOE
    Tel: 0778-78-9967
    Email: welcome@soe.or.jp