Boasting a history of over a thousand years,Tosa Washiis one of Japan’s three most celebrated traditional handmade papers.
Despite its delicate, thin, and soft texture, it is remarkably strong and has long been used for the restoration of Important Cultural Properties.
Tosa Washi is also renowned for its exquisite dyeing techniques and the wide variety of colors, thicknesses, and production methods that showcase the artistry of this craft.

In our hands-on papermaking experience, you will createfour postcard-sized sheets of washiwhile learning about the history and techniques of this traditional craft.
This plan allows you to decorate your handmade postcards withrakusuishi paper(a patterned watermark washi) and a selection of colorful, beautifully crafted thin papers. With over 100 varieties available, you can freely choose your favorites to design your own unique postcards.

Why not make this a memorable part of your visit to Asakusa?

The four postcards you create during the experience are yours to take home.

What is "Washi"?

Tosa Washi, with over a thousand years of history, is one of the three most famous types of Japanese paper. Despite its very thin and soft texture, it is also remarkably durable, widely used in the restoration of important cultural properties. Known for its beautiful dyeing techniques, Tosa Washi comes in a wide variety of colors, thicknesses, and manufacturing methods, making it a prominent traditional craft.

Total Duration

40-70min.

Experience Flow

• ①BriefingAfter changing into samue workwear, our staff will explain today’s process.
• ②Video SessionWatch a short film to learn about the history of washi and its production method.
• ③Sheet FormingCreate four washi postcards yourself—our staff will guide you through the papermaking step.
• ④Apply Colored WashiChoose your favorites from dozens of colorful"Rakusuishi."and attach them to your sheets.
• ⑤Press & DryFirst, dehydrate the sheets under strong pressure (pressing), then place them on a drying heater to evaporate moisture (drying).
• ⑥FinishWhen the washi is completely dry, your postcards are ready. You can take them home the same day.