{"product_id":"kurotanihigasa-014","title":"Byakko(White) \/ Higasa_Specially selected Kurotani Washi","description":"\u003cp\u003e-Kyoto Kurotani Washi x Kyoto Wagasa-ya Tsujikura-\u003cbr\u003e\nA traditional craft that has been protected and nurtured throughout its long history.\u003cbr\u003e\nKurotani Washi, a paper-making village in Ayabe City, Kyoto Prefecture, is a very rare type of Japanese paper that is made one sheet at a time by craftsmen.\u003cbr\u003e\nBecause it is strong, long-lasting, and can withstand long-term storage, it is also used in the restoration of cultural properties.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe rare Kurotani Unryu paper is used to make special washi for Tsujikura’s Japanese umbrellas.\u003cbr\u003e\nWe are particular about the raw materials and the real thing.\u003cbr\u003e\nWe hope you will feel the long story of how it is made.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease enjoy the natural coloring of the washi itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-Wagasa’s appeal to the senses-\u003cbr\u003e\n・The handle of the umbrella is made of black bamboo.\u003cbr\u003e\nt feels smooth and comfortable in your hand when you hold it.\u003cbr\u003e\n・When the umbrella is closed, it becomes a single, thin, beautiful bamboo.\u003cbr\u003e\n・The paper is made of long fibers of Kozo (paper mulberry), which are torn by hand and scattered on the ground paper to create a cloud-like pattern.\u003cbr\u003e\n・When the umbrella is opened, you can hear the crispy sound of the folded washi coming apart piece by piece.\u003cbr\u003e\n・The clasp that determines the opening of the umbrella is made of wood, not metal.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe clicking sound of the wood resonates comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope you will enjoy this gem of Kyoto Kurotani Washi and Kyoto Wagasa-ya Tsujikura.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis umbrella is made with Washi paper. It is slim and light, the most simple style and easy to use. It is recommended for the first Wagasa. Maiko and Geiko in Kyoto are actually using this type of Wagasa.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial:Kyoto Kurotani Unryu Paper\u003cbr\u003e\nColor: white\u003cbr\u003e\nBone: Bamboo\u003cbr\u003e\nStretchers: 40\u003cbr\u003e\nShaft: Bamboo\u003cbr\u003e\nLatch: Wooden\u003cbr\u003e\nLength: About 80.5cm (about 31.7inch)\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter: About 82cm (about 32.3inch)\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 260g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0590\/1660\/9903\/files\/wagasa-drawing-en-1_67da1425-467a-46cf-b53e-fa8fa2a42568.gif?v=1727228456\"\u003e","brand":"日本最古の京都和傘屋 辻倉","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42576869949551,"sku":"hime-16","price":55000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0590\/1660\/9903\/files\/01_1-600x600_d56c1438-e26c-4e34-920e-adaeea796eed.jpg?v=1727200785","url":"https:\/\/kyoto-tsujikura.pro\/en\/products\/kurotanihigasa-014","provider":"日本最古の京都和傘屋 辻倉","version":"1.0","type":"link"}