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Washi (和紙) or '''Wagami''' is a type of Paper made in Japan . Washi is commonly made using fibers from the bark of the Gampi tree, the Mitsumata shrub (''Edgeworthia papyrifera''), or the Paper Mulberry but also can be made using Bamboo , Hemp , Rice , and Wheat . Washi is generally tougher than paper made from Wood Pulp and it is used in many traditional arts. Origami , Shodo , Ukiyoe were all produced using washi. Washi was also used to make various everyday goods like clothes, interior goods, and toys as well as a sacred cloth of Shinto priest, a statue of Buddha , and a Wreath for winners in the 1998 Winter Paralympics . Washi was developed from the traditional way of paper making in China. MAKING OF WASHI The process needed to make washi is similar to that of paper, but fewer chemicals are used to make it. Washi making is a long and intricate process often undertaken in the cold weather of winter. It is traditionally the winter work of farmers. APPLICATIONS Until the early 20th century, washi was used in applications where wood pulp paper or other materials would be used outside of Japan. This is not entirely because it was cheaper, but the unique characteristics of washi made it a better material than others. This is only a partial list as washi can be used for many purposes. Art
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Weaponry HISTORY TYPES OF WASHI With enough processing, almost any grass or tree can be made into a washi. Gampi, mitsumata, and paper mulberry are three popular sources used to make washi.
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