Exhibition
Exhibiting Company
HIDAKAWASHI CO., LTD.
Innovation built on tradition
manufacturing industry
Challenge Message
Ancient techniques now connect the world. Washi quietly conveys the pulse of culture.
Product, service, and business features
Made from high-quality kozo (paper mulberry), the paper is 0.02 mm transparent, the same thickness as human skin, and has a high tenacity. After several days of washing in water, the paper is dusted so that no impurities remain on the surface. Fine dust and dirt are checked and removed many times by hand.
Exhibition Details
The world's thinnest paper saves the world's cultural heritage. Hidaka Washi's world's thinnest (0.02 mm) Tosa Tenugui paper contributes to the restoration of important documents and paintings around the world. Challenging the creation of new Japanese paper to preserve cultural heritage for future generations with “thin yet strong paper.” Experience the innovative use of traditional techniques and contributions to the world through actual displays of business cards and other items.
Business card made from Tenku-cho paper