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Watoji Notebook | Persimmon "Kakishibuzome"
Watoji Notebook | Persimmon "Kakishibuzome"
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This washi paper notebook is hand-dyed with tannins from persimmon fruits. This process, Kakishibu, has waterproof, antiseptic, and insect-repellent effects, and has been used for various purposes since the Heian period. Each cover is individually painted by hand before binding. Watoji is a traditional Japanese bookbinding technique that binds the pages using thread. The 40 pages of Shirakawa paper are suitable for water-based pens, ballpoint pens, and writing brushes.
Since Kakishibu is a natural dye, the colour may change with time.
240mm x 80mm
Origin
Origin
Handcrafted in Yoshinogawa, Niigata Prefecture
Awagami Factory
Awagami Factory







Determined to preserve the washi paper craft, despite the rise of Western paper following World War II, 6th generation Minoru Fujimori first began what is now Awagami Factory. For over 70 years, the family has continued their longstanding washi traditions in an effort to preserve it and pass it on to the next generation.
Continuing the spirit of washi paper’s sustainability, Awagami maintains a caring and nurturing focus on the environment using theserenewable plants and recycling all water used during production.