Awagami Factory - Traditional Japanese Papers
Traditional Japanese papermaking meets contemporary artistic needs
Eight generations of mastery from Tokushima, Japan. Handcrafted washi papers made with pure mountain water and time-honored techniques, available exclusively through Legion Paper.

For eight generations, this family-run mill in Tokushima has crafted exceptional washi papers using traditional techniques — now available exclusively through Legion.

Awagami Editioning

Premium papers designed for fine art printmaking and limited edition works. Consistent sizing and exceptional archival quality.

Sheets

Bamboo Select

Crafted from 70% bamboo, this washi balances softness with strength. A go-to for printmakers, letterpress artists, and encaustic painters alike.

Weight 170gsm
Size 16.9 × 20.5"
Color White
Best For
Printmaking Drawing Encaustic +5 more
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Bunkoshi Select

Pale, deckled, quietly gorgeous. Its smooth surface feels made for slow, intentional work: etchings, drawing, lettering, or anything you want to linger.

Weight 70gsm
Size 16.9 × 20.5"
Color Natural
Best For
Printmaking Drawing Calligraphy +6 more
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Hakuho Select

Cotton gives it heft, kozo gives it edge. Together they make Hakuho tough, textured, and ready for anything from watercolor to woodcut.

Weight 220gsm
Size 16.9 × 20.5"
Color White
Best For
Watercolor Mixed Media Drawing +9 more
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Hosho Select

This subtly laid, lightly sized sheet is soft yet resilient, absorbing just enough ink for crisp impressions and delicate textures. A quiet standout in any printmaker's studio.

Weight 80gsm
Size 16.9 × 20.5"
Color White
Best For
Printmaking Book Arts Drawing +2 more
Sheets

Kitakata Natural

Crafted from 90% Gampi and unmistakably original, Kitakata’s luminous surface, and enduring strength have made it the most trusted sheet in the Awagami lineup.

Weight 36gsm
Size 16.9 x 20.5"
Color Natural
Best For
Printmaking Drawing Book Arts +4 more
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Kitakata Light Green

This pale green take on Kitakata shares the same Gampi-rich body and natural sheen, offering a fresh hue without compromising the legacy.

Weight 36gsm
Size 16.9 x 20.5"
Color Light Green
Best For
Printmaking Drawing Book Arts +4 more
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Kitakata Select

A heavier-weight version of the iconic Kitakata, this cream-colored washi pairs natural resilience with a soft, subtle gloss—perfect for printmaking, alt processes, and more.

Weight 96gsm
Size 16.9 x 20.5"
Color Natural
Best For
Printmaking Platinum Printing +4 more
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Kozo Natural Select

Made from mostly Kozo with a touch of alpha cellulose, this resilient 46gsm washi is as comfortable in a press bed as it is in a handmade book or conservation project.

Weight 46gsm
Size 16.9 x 20.5"
Color Natural
Best For
Printmaking Book Arts Restoration +2 more
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Okawara Select

With its soft surface and warm natural tone, Okawara Select brings premium Awagami craftsmanship within reach, making it a global favorite in classrooms and studios alike.

Weight 51sm
Size 16.9 x 20.5"
Color Natural
Best For
Printmaking
Sheets

Shiramine Select

A versatile sheet with a smooth front and softly textured back, Shiramine Select handles printmaking, drawing, and mixed media with quiet confidence.

Weight 110gsm
Size 16.9 x 20.5"
Color Soft White
Best For
Printmaking Drawing +9 more

Awagami Fine Art

Traditional papers for painting, drawing, and mixed media. Available in both sheets and convenient roll formats.

Sheets

Ginwashi

Organic and ethereal, Ginwashi bridges craft and design; loved by artists for collage and print, and by designers for interiors, packaging, and lighting.

Weight 34gsm
Size 38.2 × 25.2"
Color Natural
Best For
Packaging Interiors Chine Colle
Rolls

Kinwashi Pro

These rolls blend strength and visual drama, offering long-fibered washi with signature Awagami elegance for paper arts, décor, and design.

Weight 55gsm
Size 38.2 x 10m
Color Natural
Best For
Packaging Interiors Chine Colle
Rolls

Kitakata Natural

Beloved for its softness, strength, and warm hue, now available in rolls. Ideal for artists working large while staying true to Awagami’s signature surface.

Weight 36gsm
Size 38.2 x 10m
Color Natural
Best For
Printmaking Mixed Media +4 more
Rolls

Kitakata Light Green

With its delicate green tint and silky Gampi surface, these rolls bring elegance and versatility to any large-scale creative project.

Weight 36gsm
Size 38.2 x 10m
Color Light Green
Best For
Printmaking Mixed Media +4 more
Rolls

Kozo Thick

Designed for strength and style, Kozo Thick rolls are ideal for refined interiors and serious artmaking. Handcrafted with long kozo fibers and inner sizing to prevent bleed.

Weight 42gsm
Size 38.2 x 25.2"
Color White
Best For
Printmaking Book Arts Interiors
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Masa

Sized both inside and out, Masa welcomes wet media and crisp impressions. Its smooth front and softly textured back give artists a choice in every stroke.

Weight 88gsm
Size 20.9 x 31.1"
Color White
Best For
Printmaking Drawing Crafts
Rolls

Masa

Masa, but make it massive. Smooth on one side, soft on the other—perfect for bold strokes, big prints, and anything in between.

Weight 88gsm
Size 31.1 x 20m
Color White
Best For
Printmaking Drawing Crafts
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Mingeishi

A lightweight, laid-finish washi that excels across myriad uses. Versatile, strong, and rooted in Japanese papermaking tradition.

Weight 48gsm
Size 38.2 x 25.2"
Color White
Best For
Printmaking Drawing Mixed Media
Rolls

Mulberry Thick

This durable yet flexible sheet brings stability to any technique, from hand litho to collage. Strong enough to be your everyday paper.

Weight 52gsm
Size 38.2 x 10m
Color White
Best For
Printmaking Drawing +8 more
Rolls

Okawara

One side smooth, one side textured, all kinds of possibilities. A strong, steady washi that handles everything from lino to linework.

Weight 70gsm
Size 38.2 x 10m
Color Natural
Best For
Printmaking Restoration +3 more
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Sekishu

Soft, natural, and beautifully unsized. This thin sheet delivers a subtle surface and surprising strength for printmaking, repair, and quiet masterpieces.

Weight 34gsm
Size 39 x 24”
Color White
Best For
Printmaking Restoration +3 more

Samplers

Not sure where to begin? These curated samplers let you explore Awagami's finest papers before committing to full sheets.

Sheets

Awagami Editioning Sampler

Not sure where to begin? This sampler includes two sheets each of Awagami's ten finest editioning papers - ideal for trials, tests, and discovering a favorite.

# Sheets 20
Size 7.7 x 10.1"
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Awagami Fine Art Sampler

Ten fine art papers. A medley of tones, textures, and fiber blends — each one a new direction, waiting to be explored.

# Sheets 20
Size 5.5 x 8.5"