"Discover the World’s Love for Japanese Washi: Have You Heard of the Semi-Transparent Handmade Paper 'Unryu-suji'?"

2020.06.16 published

Do you know Unryu Paper?

This semi-transparent paper containing fibers is also used as fusuma paper.

Do you know its name?

This paper is called "Unryu Paper" (雲龍紙, unryushi) or "Unryu Washi" (雲竜和紙, unryuwashi) and is made by sprinkling Kozo fibers when making washi paper.

It is loved overseas as "unryuwashi," and it is a beautiful paper that Japan can be proud of. *

Each fiber floats irregularly like clouds, giving it a warmth that feels handmade, not mechanical. ♡

Making Paper Items is Cute ♡

This Unryu Paper is stylish for paper items at weddings. ♡

Since it's washi, it naturally matches paper items for traditional Japanese weddings, but don’t you think writing in English also gives it a casual yet elegant touch?

It’s semi-transparent and fashionable like tracing paper, but it’s not shiny and glossy. It has a rough texture that somehow provides a sense of reassurance. That’s the impression of this paper. *

There are Many Varieties *

Unryu Paper is made by sprinkling fibers, so the impression varies depending on the fibers included.

There are variations with more or fewer fibers, larger or smaller fibers, and even those colored gold or light pink. *

If you buy it on Rakuten, 10 sheets cost 825 yen. Since it's a bit pricey for paper, it might be practical to use it for smaller items like place cards or items like love stories that are not distributed to everyone. *

➡ Purchase Unryu Paper *

Try Incorporating "Unryu Paper" *

There are various types of paper such as cotton paper, embossed paper, tracing paper, etc.,

but I believe Unryu Paper is the only paper that combines the warmth of handmade paper with the elegance of tracing paper. *

Keep it in mind as an option when making paper items by hand. ♩