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ELEGANT | JAPANESE | HANDMADE

Unique Handmade Pieces

INTRODUCING:

YUZEN WASHI CHIYOGAMI

Fans of origami will welcome the newest addition to the Ibis menu of products evoking classic Japanese craftsmanship – Yuzen Washi chiyogami papers.

Sourced from Osaka, Japan the papers are made by hand, using fibres from local shrubs and trees and hand-screened with colourful repetitive patterns. Tougher than ordinary papers made from wood pulp, Chiyogami are also thin enough to be creased and folded repeatedly.

Like the kimono journals also offered through Ibis, chiyogami papers are representative of historic Japanese textile arts. Design of the hundreds of patterns and motifs Ibis offers originated in Japan’s Edo period (1603-1868), primarily in Kyoto, Osaka and Edo (now Tokyo).

At this time we are able to offer origami sets of 40 pieces each (20 chiyogami and 20 pieces solid colour) and 20 pieces each, all precision cut to 150x150 mm. Full sheets (970x640 mm) and half sheets are also available.

Like our Kimono Journals also available at our store, Chiyogami papers are representative of historic Japanese textile arts.

DISCOVER OUR KIMONO JOURNALS

Handmade Japanese Journal with label.
Handmade Japanese Journal open.
Handmade Japanese Journal cover

Combining two traditional master crafts of Kyoto, these blank journals feature covers made from heritage fabric kimonos and FSC-certified papers, hand assembled by master bookbinding artist Matsuda Tsutomu.

ARTISANAL GOODS

At Ibis | Japan Handmade, we specialize in promoting limited edition hand-bound journals and artisanal papers that are truly one-of-a-kind. Our products showcase the beautiful craftsmanship of Japanese artisans, and their unique stories and legacy only add to the depth and richness of these fine art papers and journals. Shop our collection of Japanese craft offerings today and discover the unparalleled quality and beauty of our handcrafted products

LEGACY

Three generations of experience in Japan-Canada trade leave us well positioned to identify market opportunities for exceptional goods. If you or someone you know may be interested in building a relationship and gaining access to more markets, please fill out the contact form below

  Journal Specifications

5 x 8 Cloth Cover* Bookmark ribbon
Ivory-coloured FSC-certified acid-free paper 90 GSM

*most often silk


Our full-colour kimono journals are hand-crafted by master bookbinder Matsuda Tsutomu in Kyoto, Japan. These unique and beautiful journals are designed to inspire creativity and make great gifts. With exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, our handmade kimono journals are sure to impress. Discover the perfect journal for your creative pursuits and explore our collection of Japanese artisanal goods at Ibis Japan Handmade.

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Located and shipped from
Vancouver, BC
Canada

Retail vendors:

In Vancouver’s Historic Gastown
Charles Van Sandwyk and Co.
315 Cambie Street, Vancouver BC

On Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island University Bookstore
Bldg 305, 900 5th Street, Nanaimo BC