Katazome-shi 081 Size:Half Sheet - 18 x 24" Kozo (mulberry) is said to

Kozo (mulberry) is said to be the masculine element

and decorated by hand

such as tea tins

and the strongest

This translucent paper is strong and durable

Katazome-shi 081 Size:Half Sheet - 18 x 24" Kozo (mulberry) is said to"Katazome shi" literally means stencil dyed papers. Using traditional kimono printing techniques, these elegant bold patterned papers were developed in Kyoto during the 20th century by an inspired soul. Using persimmon dyed kozo as the stencils, and aided by paste and "Kojiro" (soy bean juice), the pigments absorb deeply into the paper to produce long lasting colour and the unmistakable look of a print truly made by hand. While beautiful and