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Where Hosokawa paper is made, showing the whole process from boiling the bark to drying the sheet.
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Higashichichibu (東秩父村, Higashichichibu-mura) is a village located in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 March 2021, the village had an estimated population of 2,701 in 1083 households and a population density of 65 persons per km2. As of 1 February 2016, the village had an estimated population of 2,903, and a population density of 78.3 persons per km2. Its total area is 37.06 square kilometres (14.31 sq mi). The area has historically been associated with washi (traditional Japanese paper).
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Founded / opened：1988 Highlights / collection：Paper-making demonstrations and experiences, Thatched buildings Genre：Crafts and ceramics
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