A beautifully crafted Japanese washi paper, the Hidakawashi Niyodo 55gsm sheet offers exceptional strength and character despite its lightweight feel. Made using traditional long plant fibres, this paper combines durability with a soft, organic texture and subtle translucency.
Ideal for artists exploring printmaking, ink work, and layered techniques, it absorbs media gently, creating expressive marks with natural feathering. Its strength when damp makes it especially suitable for relief printing and delicate collage work, while torn edges produce soft, organic finishes perfect for mixed media.
This is not a heavily sized paper, so it is best suited to light applications of moisture rather than heavy washes.
Perfect for:
- Relief printmaking (linocut, woodblock)
- Ink and brush work
- Collage and mixed media layering
- Bookbinding and paper repair
- Light watercolour washes
Key features:
- 55gsm lightweight sheet
- Strong long-fibre construction
- Soft, slightly textured surface
- Semi-translucent quality
- Good wet strength for delicate processes
A versatile and expressive paper that brings a tactile, handcrafted quality to any artwork.
