Since the late 18th century, Japan's Awagami Factory has been producing fine art papers characterized by their softness and strength. Their papers, including their signature Kitakata paper, are made from regional fibers from tree or shrub bark, including the Kozo tree.
Kinwashi - Paper has translucent quality. 30 gram weight.
Kitakata - Handmade, natural colored paper with a rosy beige tint. 35 gram weight.
Mingeishi - The name refers to 'folk craft paper' or 'all purpose paper. Great for virtually any printing or decorative application. Handmade from Kozo, Hemp and Sulphite pulp. Acid-free with four deckle edges. 45 gram in weight.
Okawara - A classic Japanese paper that is economical and perfect for student use. 51 gram weight.
Sekishu - Ideal for conservation and printmaking. Handmade with four deckle edges. 35 gram weight.
Chiri - This natural-colored sheet has dark kozo specks and is excellent for printing and collage. 40 gram weight.
Ginwashi - This beautiful thin paper has hemp fibers that resemble "Gin", or silver. For wrapping techniques and lamp shade making. Acid-free. 39 gram weight.
Goyu - Excellent for brush painting, block prints, sumi-e painting and letterpress. 50 gram weight.
Hosho Pro - This handmade sheet is acid-free and has four deckle edges. 95 gram weight.
Kozo Natural - Handmade and acid-free and has 4 deckle edges. 46 gram weight.
Masa - Two-sided, economical and useful for proofs and student grade projects. 70 gram weight.
Mulberry Paper - A versatile paper with wide laid formation with four deckle edges, this paper is strong yet soft. 45 gram weight.
Shushkoku - Machine-made paper of rayon/sulphite pulp. 65 gram weight.
Tengucho - Machine-made from pure kozo pulp and is acidfree and white in color. 10 gram weight.
Unryushi Sume - Contains long and visible kozo fibers that emerge beautifully when the paper is illuminated by light. Translucent yet heavy-weight, this paper is handmade from kozo and hemp. Off-white with four deckle edges. 42 gram weight.
Unryu Soushi 2 Ply - This roll of Unryu paper measures 26x43.5" and allows for printing impressions without lift. 81 gram weight.