Showerthought: My Kyoto trip has me doubting the European paper hype

Honestly, so many bookbinders I know only buy paper from Italy or France for high end projects. Tbh, after visiting the washi workshops in Kyoto, I saw a level of craft that really makes me question that. The way they handle mulberry bark and the finish on the sheets is just different. Ngl, I think we should travel more to see what else is out there.

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the_jade7mo ago

Ever think washi beats European paper?

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phoenixg647mo ago

Washi vs European paper? Not WORTH the fuss.

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paul7747mo ago

What gets me is how washi deals with humidity. European sheets can feel a bit fussy in damp weather, but that mulberry paper stays crazy stable. It's a totally different mindset for book conservation in some climates, you know?

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