{"product_id":"stole-kurotani-washi-natural-unbleached","title":"Stole \/ Kurotani Washi \/ Natural (Unbleached)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description : Why is it so EXPENSIVE?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThis stole is made by cutting Kurotani washi (Japanese Paper) into thin strips and weaving twisted paper threads together with silk threads.\u003cbr\u003eThe raw material used for the washi is mainly Kouzo (paper mulberry). By processing it by hand, the natural strength is not lost, and each sheet of washi is carefully handmade in the traditional way, making it strong and supple.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that there may be slight differences in color and shape because each piece is made by hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe strongest paper in Japan!?\u003cbr\u003eKurotani Washi is very strong and has the feature of being hard to tear even if you put a lot of force on it. Strong and tear-resistant, and suitable for long-term preservation. \u003cbr\u003eThis tough washi is indispensable in daily life and has been used for lanterns, Japanese umbrellas, shoji screens, and packaging since ancient times. \u003cbr\u003eIt has been recognized by the government as the strongest paper in Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCautions for washing\u003cbr\u003eBecause it is handmade washi, it is subject to color fading and thread breakage when washed. If washing is necessary, please use a neutral detergent, separate from other items, and soak and wash at room temperature to 30℃ for a short time.\u003cbr\u003ePlease refrain from rubbing and tumbler drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Product History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：800 years ago \/ 1200AD \/ Azuchimomoyama period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe history of Kurotani washi dates back to around AD1200, when defeated samurai of the Heike clan, left the capital and established a hidden village in the Kurotani area.\u003cbr\u003eThe Kurotani area is not suitable for growing crops due to the short hours of sunlight, but the mountains are home to kouzo (the raw material for washi) and the Kurotani River provides the cool, clear water necessary for washi making. \u003cbr\u003eKurotani washi has been a source of livelihood for people in this region, which is well suited for paper making. The village has long flourished as a paper-making village, with almost all villagers involved in paper making.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper making, which began as a small business to be passed on to descendants, achieved great development during the Edo period. \u003cbr\u003eMany measures were taken to encourage paper production, and because of its proximity to the capital of Kyoto, many types of paper were produced, including price tags and shibu-gami related to Kyoto kimono, as well as umbrella paper, shoji paper, and fusuma-gami (sliding door frame) paper. \u003cbr\u003eIn 1895, the paper-making technology of Tosa (other region in Japan) was adopted, and the production of large-size paper and thick paper also became possible, which led to an increase in production volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eKurotani Washi\u003cbr\u003eKurotani Washi preserves the traditions and techniques of papermaking that have been handed down over 800 years in the Kurotani region. Kurotani Washi is recognized by the government as the \"strongest paper in Japan,\" and a variety of products are produced using this characteristic. Among them, scarves made from washi are light, strong, and comfortable to the touch, and are highly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/mv01_480x480.jpg?v=1696655316\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\"We make honest paper.\"\u003cbr\u003eThroughout our long history, we have always kept this thought in mind. We make and finish each sheet of paper by hand, putting our heart and soul into it.\u003cbr\u003eWe do the obvious things carefully, step by step. This attitude has never changed and will never change.\u003cbr\u003eWe have always been uncompromisingly committed to honesty and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAchievement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDesignated as Intangible Cultural Asset by Kyoto Prefecture\u003cbr\u003eRecognized by the government as \"the strongest paper in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewidth : 35cm\u003cbr\u003eLength：194\u003c\/span\u003ecm\u003cbr\u003eWeight：65g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eJapanese paper\u003cbr\u003eSilk\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003ePlease note that it will take about two months for delivery if we do not have the item in stock.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Kurotani Washi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44235330420965,"sku":"1891002","price":3600.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC08099_b17bba72-325a-4de8-bf31-6482e102c8bf.jpg?v=1695964989","url":"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/en-cn\/products\/stole-kurotani-washi-natural-unbleached","provider":"Suigenkyo Online Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}