CHIBIGAMI

They were based on the bright kimono textiles which the papermakers from the countryside saw on the fashionable ladies in the larger cities, where the area known as Yuzen had become famous for its sophisticated techniques for dyeing cloth.

Brilliant and intense color patterns with gold metallic accents  are silkscreened by hand. Inspired by Kimono fabric, each design is painstakingly crafted by artists across Japan.

Made with a traditional fibers, it is strong and durable, Each color is then silkscreened by hand, one at a time onto the paper. This step requires considerable time as each color must fully dry before the next color is applied. The final layer is usually a gold or silver metallic overlay providing shiny highlights that catch light and attention.