[Paper making experience for a customer from Hawaii]
A close group from Hawaii They came to experience making Ezo washi paper.
Among Japanese butterbur, halibut elm, and Japanese elm Choose one type and make Ezo washi paper.
Hit the raw material with a mallet to loosen the fibers. Ton ton ton…♪ Everyone looks like they’re having a lot of fun. .
“If you hit it hard enough, you should see thread-like fibers.” “If you can hit that hard, you can make paper.” If you advise me that, “This is a bit of a big job!?” In response to someone’s comment Everyone’s expressions will change, and the hand holding the mallet will have more strength! Don Don Don Don! Dun dun dun dun dun! ! !
Staff member M says, The sound of everyone tapping after listening to my advice It seems like they’ve grown all at once… Everyone is in full motivation mode lol
How to beat fibers Depending on how the paper is made The results will vary depending on the person Attractive and unique Ezo washi paper has been born!
Everyone asked questions enthusiastically. Repeating paper making over and over again Looks like you had a great time
“It was really fun, thank you.” I received a big smile and a souvenir.
Hokkaido is the coldest season. A large number of people from all over the world They came to experience paper making!
Some people said they had fun so they visited for the second time, which made me even more excited.
Paper makers originally make paper using cold water. , a customer making paper for the first time So that the memories don’t become too cold and painful At a slightly gentle temperature… We are making efforts here and there.
If wrinkles appear, try again! and Everyone worked seriously. Decorations include Hokkaido grass and flowers. Insert illustrations of Shima-enaga, Ainu patterns, etc. The result is quite elaborate.
The time it takes for the paper to dry is tea time… I want people to experience Japanese culture here as well. We serve green tea with matcha and Japanese sweets. Today I decided to try some mugwort daifuku… It had a slightly strange taste, but I was worried that it would be okay. Everyone silently Munch munch munch munch… Gulp, phew~ It’s very relaxing and very Japanese-style.
Receive the finished paper “Today was really fun!” and a big cheer! Thank you so much everyone!
