Japanese Paper
Papers ~Washi~ There are various Washi in Japan. Here, We'd like to introduce typical Washi.Color and pattern variation Washi comes in many colors and patterns, giving each piece a unique charm. 1.Kakishibu zome gami The paper was made waterproof by dieing of...
Japanese materials
Materials Made in Japan Japan has materials full of history and character, loved in bookbinding and beyond.Threads & CordsSome updates are in progress.FabricsSome updates are in progress.Marumizu-gumi original materialsSome updates are in progress. Wooden corners...
Japanese tools
Japan has many unique traditional tools, still loved and used by craftsmen today. With good tools, come good works.
History of Japanese books
Asuka(593-710)~Nara Period (710–794) The oldest Japanese book is the Hokegishō (615 AD), said to have been written by Shōtoku Taishi. This marks the beginning of Japanese bookmaking. During the Nara period, handwritten copies of sutras became popular as Buddhism...
Wahon (Japanese book)
Bookbinding in Japan has a long history, originally influenced by China. It began with scrolls and later developed into accordion-fold books, whirlwind binding, paste-down binding, and pouch binding. Along the way, Japan also created its own unique style called...