Description
A strong, hand-made paper composed of long bast fibers such as the paper mulberry (Broussonetia papyrifera), the gampi (Wikstroemia canascens) and the mitsumata (Edgeworthia papyrifera). There are numerous types of Japanese papers. Thin, translucent sheets of Japanese paper are often used as a reinforcing paper and hinges because of their strength, flexibility, and permanence.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Japanese tissue; papier Japon (Fr.); kozo, mitsumata, gampi; gampe
Other Properties
Japanese tissues weighs 6-8 g/m2
Additional Information
° Khartasia Database of Asian Paper Materials by CRCC: Khartasia
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Last updated on: 10/12/2012 10:37:45 AM
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