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| Address | 1-26-24 Togoshi Shinagawaku Tokyo, JAPAN ZIP:142-0041 |
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| Representative Name | Morisaki Mayumi |
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Kurotani Washi Greeting Cards | Paper Making
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黒谷和紙 グリーティングカード|紙をすく
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JAN:4580865530127
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(KT32)
JAN:4580865530127
Wholesale Price: Members Only
1 pc /set
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About 10 days
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Postcard: Handmade Japanese paper made from domestically grown kozo (100 × 148 mm), 1 sheet per pack; letterpress printed* with foil stamping
Envelope: Handmade Japanese paper made from kozo* and hemp (Western Size 2, Kurotani Original), 1 sheet per pack |
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Country of manufacture: Japan
Material / component: Postcard: Handmade Japanese paper made from domestically grown kozo, letterpress printed* with foil stamping
Envelope: Handmade Japanese paper made from kozo* and hemp
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Description
| Kurotani Washi Greeting Cards Kyoto Prefecture Designated Intangible Cultural Property [Kurotani Washi] These greeting cards feature designs printed using letterpress on kozo washi paper handmade in Kurotani. The designs are taken from the book *Kurotani: The Paper-Making Village*, published in 1970. This book won the Grand Prix as one of the “World’s Most Beautiful Books” at the World Book Fair held in Germany in 1972. Composed entirely of hand-made washi, the book depicts the paper-making process on each page using stencil printing— a world that symbolizes the beauty and integrity of Kurotani’s paper-making tradition. With the permission of Chizuko Kanayama, who designed the patterns, this special card is produced using letterpress printing in a single color. One Kurotani washi envelope is included. It is ideal not only as a card to accompany a gift, but also as a souvenir showcasing Japanese craftsmanship or as a Kyoto craft gift. Since each item is handmade, there may be slight variations in color and shape. We appreciate your understanding. Postcard: 1 sheet of domestically produced, hand-made kozo washi (100×148mm), letterpress printed* with foil stamping Envelope: 1 sheet of hand-made kozo* and hemp washi (Western Size 2, Kurotani Original) Manufactured by: Kurotani Washi (Kyoto Prefecture) Letterpress Printing: Shubisha (Kyoto) Made in Japan About Kurotani Washi Kurotani Washi is a type of washi produced in Kurotani-cho* and Yashiro-cho in Ayabe City, Kyoto Prefecture, and the surrounding areas. Using high-quality kozo (paper mulberry) as the raw material, each sheet is carefully hand-made by artisans, one by one. During the Taisho era, it was recognized by the government as “Japan’s strongest paper,” and its strength is widely utilized in daily life for items such as paper lanterns, Japanese umbrellas, and shoji paper; it is also used in the restoration of cultural properties. It is said that the Heike clan’s defeated warriors first began papermaking in the Kurodani area, and this tradition has continued through the ages to the present day. In 1983, it was designated as an Intangible Cultural Property of Kyoto Prefecture. To continue producing authentic, hand-made washi with integrity. That spirit is still being passed down to the next generation today. |
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| Shipping Method | Estimated Arrival |
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| Sea Mail | From Dec.8th 2026 to Feb.9th 2027 |
| Air Mail | From Nov.20th 2026 to Nov.24th 2026 |
| EMS | From Nov.19th 2026 to Nov.24th 2026 |
| Pantos Express | From Nov.23rd 2026 to Nov.26th 2026 |
| DHL | From Nov.19th 2026 to Nov.23rd 2026 |
| UPS | From Nov.19th 2026 to Nov.23rd 2026 |
| FedEx | From Nov.19th 2026 to Nov.23rd 2026 |
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Some trading conditions may be applicable only in Japan.
Since each item is handmade, there may be slight variations in color and shape.
We appreciate your understanding. [About Orders] We prefer to do business with customers who resell our products in stores or on e-commerce sites. We kindly ask that you refrain from placing orders intended solely for use as raw materials. After you place an order, we may verify your business details and intended use based on your Super Delivery registration information and other data. Please note that in some cases, we may cancel your order. |
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Kyoto Prefecture Designated Intangible Cultural Property [Kurotani Washi]
These greeting cards feature designs printed using letterpress on kozo washi paper handmade in Kurotani.
The designs are taken from the book *Kurotani: The Paper-Making Village*, published in 1970.
This book won the Grand Prix as one of the “World’s Most Beautiful Books” at the World Book Fair held in Germany in 1972.
Composed entirely of hand-made washi, the book depicts the paper-making process on each page using stencil printing—
a world that symbolizes the beauty and integrity of Kurotani’s paper-making tradition.
With the permission of Chizuko Kanayama, who designed the patterns,
this special card is produced using letterpress printing in a single color.
One Kurotani washi envelope is included.
It is ideal not only as a card to accompany a gift,
but also as a souvenir showcasing Japanese craftsmanship or as a Kyoto craft gift.
Since each item is handmade, there may be slight variations in color and shape.
We appreciate your understanding.
Postcard: 1 sheet of domestically produced, hand-made kozo washi (100×148mm), letterpress printed* with foil stamping
Envelope: 1 sheet of hand-made kozo* and hemp washi (Western Size 2, Kurotani Original)
Manufactured by: Kurotani Washi (Kyoto Prefecture)
Letterpress Printing: Shubisha (Kyoto)
Made in Japan
About Kurotani Washi
Kurotani Washi is a type of washi produced in Kurotani-cho* and Yashiro-cho in Ayabe City, Kyoto Prefecture, and the surrounding areas.
Using high-quality kozo (paper mulberry) as the raw material, each sheet is carefully hand-made by artisans, one by one.
During the Taisho era, it was recognized by the government as “Japan’s strongest paper,” and its strength is widely utilized in daily life for items such as paper lanterns, Japanese umbrellas, and shoji paper; it is also used in the restoration of cultural properties.
It is said that the Heike clan’s defeated warriors first began papermaking in the Kurodani area, and this tradition has continued through the ages to the present day. In 1983, it was designated as an Intangible Cultural Property of Kyoto Prefecture.
To continue producing authentic, hand-made washi with integrity.
That spirit is still being passed down to the next generation today.