Even now "Washi" (Japanese paper) is produced according to the old tradition
Using the clear water of the Oda River, Washi is made by the traditional technique of "Nagashi-zuki" (scoop & drain).
"Ōzu Washi" is said to have been manufactured since the Heian era (794-1185) and still now local traditional craftsmen make it carefully by hand. It is used for calligraphy paper, shoji sliding door screens, etc. but also for special application like for the Ikazaki Kite Battle kites.
In the factory tours you can watch the papermaking process or learn how to make Washi by yourself. Since craftsmen will teach you step by step, even beginners will be able to make authentic Washi paper.
In the Ōzu Washi Hall on the site you can buy cute notepads and other accessories. Especially the Shodo-hanshi (calligraphy paper) is high quality and very popular. Traditional handicrafts established the high grade "Washi" brand.
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- Paper Making Workshop
- Watch traditional Japanese craft masters and artisans and their paper making process. You can even try paper-making yourself, under their guidance, While the paper is drying, check out the factory and store.
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| Address | 1240-1 Hiraoka, Uchiko-cho, Kita-gun, Ehime, Japan |
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| TEL | +81-893-44-2002 |
| Opening hours | ［Paper Factory, Papermaking］8:30-16:30（only on weekdays） ［Gift Shop］8:30-16:30（weekdays）9:00-16:30（Sat., Sun. and holidays） |
| Closed | [Paper Factory, Papermaking] Saturdays, Sundays, National holidays, Bon holidays, New Year holidays. [Gift Shop] Bon holidays, New Year holidays |
| Admission | 【Factory tour】550 yen per person / 6yrs-18yrs 220 yen 【Paper making】1650 yen per person ※Reservation Required |
| Parking | Parking Available / 20 car capacity(Free) |
| ikazakishachu@space.ocn.ne.jp |
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