Postcard Making Workshop with Gilded Japanese Paper

Osu handmade washi paper, a traditional craft of Ehime Prefecture. Gilding, a traditional French metal foil decoration technique. Gilding washi paper is the result of a collaboration between traditional techniques from two different countries. In this workshop, you can create two gilded washi postcards. You can choose two designs from a selection of multiple options to create your postcards. You will place metal foil in your preferred color on a pre-glued washi postcard. After rolling, brush the surface to finish.

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What you’ll do

This experience is hosted in Japanese.

Where we’ll meet

795-0303, Ehime, Uchiko, Kita District, Japan

About me

Representative Director, Igarasaki Shachu Co., Ltd.; Senior Managing Director, Tenjin Paper Mill Co., Ltd. An artisan of the traditional Ōsu handmade washi paper craft and the sole heir in Japan to the French art of metal foil decoration (gilding). Gilded washi, which combines Japanese paper with gilding, is a technique unique in the world. Manufactures and sells a wide range of washi products, including handmade washi paper, wallpaper, panels, tapestries, and stationery. We offer a new way of living with Japanese paper.
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Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests aged 6 and up can attend.

Activity level

The activity level for this experience is moderate and the skill level is beginner.

Accessibility

Message your host for details. Learn more

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.

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What you’ll do

This experience is hosted in Japanese.

Where we’ll meet

795-0303, Ehime, Uchiko, Kita District, Japan

About me

Representative Director, Igarasaki Shachu Co., Ltd.; Senior Managing Director, Tenjin Paper Mill Co., Ltd. An artisan of the traditional Ōsu handmade washi paper craft and the sole heir in Japan to the French art of metal foil decoration (gilding). Gilded washi, which combines Japanese paper with gilding, is a technique unique in the world. Manufactures and sells a wide range of washi products, including handmade washi paper, wallpaper, panels, tapestries, and stationery. We offer a new way of living with Japanese paper.
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

Postcard Making Workshop with Gilded Japanese Paper

Osu handmade washi paper, a traditional craft of Ehime Prefecture. Gilding, a traditional French metal foil decoration technique. Gilding washi paper is the result of a collaboration between traditional techniques from two different countries. In this workshop, you can create two gilded washi postcards. You can choose two designs from a selection of multiple options to create your postcards. You will place metal foil in your preferred color on a pre-glued washi postcard. After rolling, brush the surface to finish.

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Listing highlights

No availability

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests aged 6 and up can attend.

Activity level

The activity level for this experience is moderate and the skill level is beginner.

Accessibility

Message your host for details. Learn more

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.

Art workshops are vetted for quality

Art workshops are led by artists, sculptors and other hosts who showcase what makes the city unique. Learn more
See an issue?