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Introducing Nishikawa Paper Industry
Since the late Taisho era, our company has been based in Kyoto, beginning with the production of shikishi (decorative square paper).
Over the years, we have specialized in creating traditional paper crafts, such as wacho (Japanese-style notebooks), goshuincho (stamp books for temples and shrines), folding screens, and calligraphy paper, primarily for temples and shrines. We leverage the “experience” and “expertise” cultivated by our skilled craftsmen through years of dedication.
Our Passion for Craftsmanship
“Breathing Life into Paper, Coloring Emotions with Paper”
At our company we strive each day to go beyond simply creating products. We listen carefully to our customers’ needs and aspirations, embracing not only the “purpose” behind the product’s use but also the deeper “wishes” it represents. Through this approach, we breathe life into paper and continuously enhance its value.
Whether it’s a token of gratitude for a special occasion, an object of prayer or faith, or a way to elegantly showcase cherished creations within a living space, we are dedicated to infusing human emotions into our products and giving them from.
Explore Our Techniques
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Laminating Paper Layers
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Laminating Paper Layers
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This is an essential technique for creating a wide range of products, such as shikishi (decorative square paper) and folding screens. This process involves bonding thin sheets of paper together to increase thickness and strength or combining different types of paper to enhance design and aesthetic appeal.
Laminating allows for diverse and creative expressions using paper.Products made using this technique
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- Shikishi
(decorative square paper) 
- Shikishi
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- Folding screens
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Edge Wrapping
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Edge Wrapping
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This is a technique used to wrap the edges of thick paper. Depending on your preferences, we use gold, silver, brown, or black tape to wrap the edges of shikishi (decorative square paper) and folding screens. The color of the edge tape can transform the final piece—adding sophistication, vibrancy, or depth, and expanding the possibilities for creative expression.
Products made using this technique
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- Shikishi
(decorative square paper)
- Shikishi
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- Folding screens
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Cutting
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Cutting
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This is the process of cutting paper according to the productsʼ s intended use and purpose.
The task involves carefully aligning the gain of paper and cutting large sheets into the most optimal dimensions with minimal waste. It is one of the most precise and critical steps in paper processing.
In fact, cutting is often the very first process when handling any paper. It is an indispensable skill for a paper processor.
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Glue Application
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Glue Application
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This technique is used when crafting the inner pages of goshuincho (temple stamp books).
It requires delicate adjustments, such as altering the glue mixture according to the temperature and season, adjusting the amount of glue applied with a brush, and carefully controlling the drying time.Products made using this technique
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Japanese Binding
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Japanese Binding
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This is a traditional Japanese bookbinding technique used to craft wahon (Japanese-style books).
Depending on the purpose and the thickness of the book, various types of threads or cords are selected.
Each product is carefully hand-stitched by skilled craftsmen using the binding method best suited for its design.Products made using this technique
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- Traditional Japanese notebooks
(wacho) 
- Traditional Japanese notebooks
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- Japanese-style thread-bound notebooks
(watoji motebooks) 
- Japanese-style thread-bound notebooks
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Folding Screen Binding
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Folding Screen Binding
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This technique accommodates a wide variety of sizes and styles, ranging from two-panel to ten-panel screens, as well as accordion-style designs.
Each screen is meticulously handcrafted by skilled craftsmen to meet the specific requests of our customers.
We also produce unique folding screens, such as those featuring anime characters or small screens designed to stand behind figurines.Products made using this technique
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Original Products & Online Store
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Paper crafting is the art of adding beauty to “paper.”
With this philosophy in mind, we named our shop “Kami Kami,” inspired by the Japanese phrase “紙加美,” which means “adding beauty to paper.”
We invite you to explore our collection of products, filled with the wisdom, skills, and heartfelt dedication of our craftsmen, designed to seamlessly blend into your daily life.
