Japanese Paper Art
TTraditional Japanese Papermaking
Washi is Japan's traditional handmade paper, crafted from plant fibers rather than wood pulp. Despite being thin, it's remarkably strong and flexible, can last for centuries without yellowing, and has a distinctive soft, textured, organic surface — its color, texture, and subtle quality are beautiful to see and touch.
The process of making it is tactile, meditative, and fun. I took a washi-making workshop in Tokyo in 2022 and fell in love with the experience — and decided to bring it to kids and families in New York.
Japanese Papermaking (Washi)
Japanese Papermaking Workshop (Flagship)
Our flagship workshop. Participants learn the traditional process of making paper by hand — from pulp to finished sheet — exploring colors, texture, fiber, and technique along the way. A meditative, sensory-rich experience suited for family workshops, cultural programming, and community events.
Good for: Ages 6+ • Families • Schools • Community groups • Seniors
Format: 1.5–3 hour workshop; scalable for single sessions or multi-week residencies
bamboo fan–making
Design your own Japanese paper fan
Using the same papermaking technique, participants pour and layer colored paper fiber directly onto a bamboo fan frame, creating beautiful color combinations or patterns. It's a playful, sensory process that welcomes complete beginners — no prior papermaking experience needed.
Good for: All ages • Families • Schools • Seniors
Format: 1.5–2 hour workshop
Note: Drying time varies by season and humidity — an overnight dry is enough before the fan can be lifted off the mesh and taken home. Best suited for locations where participants can return to pick up their finished fan — such as a recurring community center program — rather than a one-time single-visit workshop.
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