At our workshop, you can experience traditional Japanese papermaking using fibers from tree bark and create your own original sheet of washi. The process is more delicate than it may appear, but the joy of completing a sheet with your own hands becomes a truly memorable experience. The washi you make is dried during the workshop, so you can peel it off yourself and take it home on the same day. If there are open spots on the day, you can join without a reservation, but we recommend making a booking in advance.

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Limited Papermaking Sessions Available via JR Central EX

A limited number of papermaking sessions at the Ozu Washi Papermaking Workshop can now be booked through the JR Central “EX Service” website.

Guests who reserve through the “EX Travel” page will receive a small handmade Yuzen paper bookmark as a gift.

Available dates (15:00–15:45):
Apr 24, May 22, Jun 26, Jul 24, Aug 28, Sep 25 (Fridays), 2026
You may choose from several workshop types, including Basic Washi Papermaking, Lace Washi, Watermark Washi, and Falling-Pattern Washi.

▼ Click here to view details and make a reservation
*A free “Smart EX” membership is required to book.

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Handmade Paper Artists Exhibition 2026 “Ryusen-shi” Workshop

As part of the exhibition “Handmade Paper Artists Exhibition 2026” held at Ozu Gallery (June 29 (Mon) – July 4 (Tue), 2026), we will hold a special “Ryusen-shi” paper workshop led by Etsumi Arai. Even beginners are very welcome to join and enjoy the experience of traditional Japanese papermaking.

Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2025
Workshop Times: 10:30 AM / 1:30 PM / 2:30 PM
※Maximum 8 participants per session. Priority will be given to those with reservations.
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Workshop Details: Create one “Ryusen-shi” paper object
Fee: JPY 1,800 (tax included)
Instructor: Etsumi Arai

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Please select “Handmade Washi Experience Studio” in the inquiry category, and write “Ryusen-shi Workshop” in your message along with the following information:
• Name:
• Phone Number:
• Preferred Time Slot:
• Number of Participants:

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"Japanese Washi Paper (plain)" Experience ¥1,000 (incl. tax) / per sheet

"Japanese Washi Paper (plain)" Experience ¥1,000 (incl. tax) / per sheet

This workshop covers the basic techniques of creating a piece of paper by using the authentic Japanese sugeta (molds/tools) with the material of Kozo (paper material).

Rakusui-Shi / Sukashi Washi / Lace Washi Experience ¥1,200 (incl. tax) / per sheet

Rakusui-Shi / Sukashi Washi / Lace Washi Experience ¥1,200 (incl. tax) / per sheet

Rakusui-Shi: RAKUSUI, or “water dropping” in English, is a traditional washi-making technique that allows us to make washi with different patterns by dropping water from above spraying water with a shower.
We can also use a mold made of water-repellent material with a smooth surface, to create patterns.

Lace Washi: We will use the specially made molds designed by a Japanese Washi artist Tomomi Tamura. Please choose one from the three designs: 1. Circus Elephant 2. “OZ” patterns 3. Dogs and Cats.

"Design Washi" Experience ¥1,500 (incl. tax) / per sheet

"Design Washi" Experience ¥1,500 (incl. tax) / per sheet

Monday
Studio Closed (If Monday is a holiday, we will closed the next day.)
Tuesday - Saturday
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11:30 - 12:15
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15:00 - 15:45
Sunday/New Year holidays
OZU WASHI Closed

Monday	Studio Closed (If Monday is a holiday, we will closed the next day.)
Tuesday - Saturday	-	11:30 - 12:15	-	15:00 - 15:45
Sunday/New Year holidays	OZU WASHI Closed

You can draw patterns freely on an A4 washi paper using the materials we have in our studio: colored washi paper, Yuzen washi (patterned paper), Tengu-joshi (thin paper), pressed flowers, colored Kozo fibers, and gold/silver leaves. You can also combine different colored washi and/or colored Kozo fibers. You can also bring in your own materials or motifs.
Note: when you bring in your own materials, please choose thin, flat, non-water-repellent materials to finish your paper nicely.