What is “washi”
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The word “washi”means the traditional paper in Japanese language.The production of Japanese “washi” paper, which are listed as the world intangible cultural heritage, adopt a traditional physical method, reflecting the fine craftsmanship spirit. Unlike ordinary "western paper" production, which uses a large amount of chemicals to extract pulp, the production of “washi” paper adheres to the tradition of physical manual work to prevent the destruction of plant fibers, making “washi”paper have the characteristics of longer fiber, thinner texture, higher strength, better washing fastness, etc.
What is “washi” fiber
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Using “washi” paper as raw materials, cut into thin strips, and then spun into yarn, that is, ”washi” paper fiber. After nearly 20 years of research, Japanese craftsmen have successfully produced high-quality yarn from “washi”paper and formed a unique and stable technology.
Among various kinds of raw materials for making paper, japanese craftsmen selected "Manila hemp" to make “washi”paper. Manila hemp is a naturally growing herb, without artificial cultivation, it has strong regeneration ability and short growth cycle of 3-year maturity Therefore,”washi” paper fiber sources from nature and is environment-friendly product.