Mitsumata Tissue Washi Paper - NATURAL

Mitsumata is the shortest and most pliable fiber of the three main Japanese paper plants (kozo, gampi, and mitsumata) and is well known for its soft, consistent, and tissue-like texture. The Mitsumata plant takes twice as long as kozo to grow, making it a unique and specialty product for any artistic piece. This handmade Japanese tissue is cooked in Slaked lime to soften the fibers and increase longevity, then dried on wooden boards for a natural look and feel. At only 11 grams per square meter, this lightweight Mitsumata paper is used in Japan for  backing gold leaf pieces and has a modern application of drawing, layering, invitations, and more!