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Nishinouchi washi（西ノ内和紙）

にしのうちわし Nishinouchi Washi

Paper so strong it was used for ledgers and firemen's coats, once reserved for the Mito domain.

TypeWorkshop or kiln
GenreCrafts / Ceramics
City / townHitachiomiya
Area in the prefectureNorthern area

FAQ

Where is Nishinouchi Washi?
It is in Hitachiōmiya, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. It is a craft workshop.
What can I see at Nishinouchi Washi?
Paper so strong it was used for ledgers and firemen's coats, once reserved for the Mito domain. The focus is crafts and ceramics.
When was Nishinouchi Washi established?
It dates from the 1600s.

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Official site：https://www.city.hitachiomiya.lg.jp/page/page002798.html

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