With the exception of plate and collodion processes, most film consists of a thin layer of silver halide particles suspended in a gelatinous coating atop clear plastic. The film used by Film Washi isn ...

The desire to pass on knowledge spurred the evolution of books made of washi paper. Artisans carry on the trade of binding with thread, repairing damaged books, and creating facsimiles of old books.

An uchiwa-e (fan print) with the title Shinko meoto awase (Comparisons of Married Couples in Old and Modern Days), published by Enshuya Matabei, censor's seal aratame, date seal Snake 2 (1857), signed ...