Hatano is a highly acclaimed washi craftsman and papermaker, known for pioneering the use of traditional Japanese paper in unexpected forms—furniture, crockery, wallpaper, and flooring—broadening the scope and visibility of the washi industry. Based in Kurotani, a region abundant in the essential raw materials of washi-making—Kozo trees and fresh water—Hatano’s work is deeply rooted in place.
His innovative approach transforms washi into a durable construction material by treating its surface with other traditional Japanese ingredients, such as soil, konnyaku paste, persimmon tannin, and vegetable oil. The result is a material with enhanced strength and utility while retaining the subtle texture and beauty of handmade paper.
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