08 | Museum of Washi and Culture
Learn All About Echizen Washi, Japan’s Finest Paper, at This Museum
11-12 Shinzaike-cho, Echizen-shi, Fukui 915-0232
Echizen Washi is known as Japan’s finest paper for its many varieties and incredible quality. Visitors to this museum can learn about its origins and history. Explore each step of production from raw materials to shaping the pulp, see how it is used for far more than just Japanese-style paintings, learn about Echizen Washi’s worldwide connections, and find out about the washi paper masters who developed and passed down the unique techniques used to make Echizen Washi.
The museum also features suggestions for new ways to use washi paper in everyday life, a library focused on information about washi paper, tools traditionally used to make washi paper, and much more, allowing visitors to explore the fascinating world of Echizen Washi through rare specimens and special exhibitions. The more you learn about Echizen Washi, the more you’ll want to find out!
Details
■ Admission
Permanent exhibition: Adults ¥200, kids 18 and under free (Admission price includes admission to the Udatsu Museum and Workshop)
Special exhibition (includes admission to permanent exhibition): Adults ¥300, kids 18 and under free
Group discount: Adults ¥150 for groups of 15 or more
Visitors with disabilities admitted for half price.
■ Hours 9:00 to 16:00
■ Closed Tuesdays (open if a national holiday) and new year holidays (Dec. 28 to Jan. 4)
■ Telephone (0778) 42-0016
★ Permanent exhibition (Floor 2 of main building) 1
>>We preparing to hold the exhibition from autumn
★ Permanent exhibition (Floor 2 of main building) 1
>>We preparing to hold the exhibition from autumn
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