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2024.11.05

Looking for the best sightseeing in Mino City, Gifu Prefecture? Visit the Mino Washi Craft Experience Shop Ishikawa Paper Industries!

Newsletter Issue No. 221

In the birthplace of Mino Washi, the "Udatsu Wall Historical District",

we offer hands-on Mino Washi craft experiences and recommended souvenirs,

bringing you the latest updates from the Mino Washi Craft Experience Shop Ishikawa Paper Industries.

Perfect for solo travelers, couples, families, and group tours seeking a fun trip.

We can accommodate craft experiences for groups of up to 45 people at once.

Our experience menu includes:

Washi Korokoro Paper Dolls

Washi Korokoro Zodiac Series & Washi Korokoro Samurai Series

Now offering at a special price【

Washi Korokoro Monchhichi】Craft Experience ¥1100

Washi Plates, Washi Pen Holders, Washi Bookmarks, Washi Earrings, and Clip-On Earrings

Over 30 types available! Stay informed about our operating schedule and more.

Click the links to view images.

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Check out our latest shop information, menu details, access guide, and more.

About the Mino Washi Craft Experience Shop

Enjoy hands-on crafting experiences and shop for Mino Washi souvenirs!

▼Website▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/shop.html

▼Rakuten Online Store▼

https://www.rakuten.co.jp/ishikawa-shigyo/

Highly recommended for sightseeing in Mino City.

Latest Shop Information

NEW! Business Days for September, October, and November

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_1344.html

We accept group reservations even on non-business days!

▼"Can I Recharge My Battery?" featuring Tetsuro Degawa Broadcast

Experience Washi Doll Making in Mino City, Gifu Prefecture at Mino Washi Craft Experience Shop Ishikawa Paper Industries – Video with Yoko Kumada

▼NHK Broadcast "Marutto! Gifu" featuring Mino Washi Uchiwa Crafting Experience

Mino Washi Craft Experience Shop Ishikawa Paper Industries in Mino City, Gifu Prefecture – Tourism in Udatsu Wall Historical District – Video

Gifu Channel "Mecha Gifu Wakaru TV"▼

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKiDL8-xf_w

▼Discover Mino City, the home of Mino Washi – Mino City Tourism Association Website

Our shop is featured under "Experiences" → "Mino Washi" on the Tourism Association's website!

https://minokanko.com/index.php

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Community Association Friendship Trip

Bonding across generations through Mino Washi Craft Experience

A Warm and Friendly Atmosphere

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This week's reservations include

a tour group from Taiwan,

elementary school social studies field trips,

and community association friendship trips.

We welcomed visitors from various parts of Japan and abroad.

This is the second visit from the community association this time.

They joined us on a day trip tour from Ichinomiya City.

A group of 24 women ranging from their 30s to 80s participated.

They sat together based on the experience menu they chose,

allowing younger members to support the older ones, fostering intergenerational exchange and deepening friendships.

Some left highly satisfied, while others, despite creating wonderful works, seemed eager for more.

There were many imaginative creations.

This experience is enjoyable across different generations and genders,

making it highly recommended for community association friendship trips.

We also had our annual visit from fourth graders of a local elementary school this week.

Learning about Regional Industry and Culture in Gifu Prefecture

Mino Washi is recognized as a "Japan Heritage" for being nurtured in the Nagara River basin.

Come to Mino to learn about this Japan Heritage, Mino Washi!

We highly recommend it for educational tourism programs!

Please consider Mino for school trips or social studies excursions!

Mino City is the production area of Mino Washi with a 1,600-year history.

Highly recommended for educational travel experience programs!

Learn about the history of Mino Washi in Gifu Prefecture's Mino City,

and enjoy hands-on craft experiences with the beauty and texture of Mino Washi!

In the "Udatsu Wall Historical District", where the scenery of the Edo period remains,

you can experience making Mino Washi crafts at our shop!

You can also experience papermaking and Washi craft making.

To learn about the history of Mino Washi or experience papermaking,

visit the Mino Washi Museum!

Mino Washi Museum

https://www.city.mino.gifu.jp/minogami/

In the Udatsu Wall Historical District, a town that once traded Mino Washi,

you can also tour traditional merchant houses of Washi wholesalers and see modern Washi art like "Akari Art".

Former Imai Residence & Mino History Museum

https://minokanko.com/seeing/category/history-culture/p5974/

Akari Art Hall

https://minokanko.com/seeing/category/townscape-architecture/p5976/

Recommended for educational institutions

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_1124.html

You can fully enjoy Mino City at your leisure.

Our shop is featured in the Gifu Sustainable Tourism brochure, recommended for educational travel plans.

What is Sustainable Tourism...

According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO),

it refers to "tourism that fully considers its current and future economic, social, and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment, and host communities."

You can download a map of the district from the Mino City Tourism Association website▼

https://minokanko.com/pamphlet/

Volunteer guides are available to show you around the townscape,

so please contact the following if you wish to have a guide.

*Available for groups of 10 or more.

https://minokanko.com/news/news/p6710/

*For groups of 20 or fewer, reservations outside of business days will incur an additional facility fee.

Please contact us for details.

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Our Town, the Birthplace of Mino Washi

Mino City, Gifu Prefecture News

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Experience the Edo-period Atmosphere

Udatsu Wall Historical District

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Udatsu Wall Historical District

https://minokanko.com/seeing/category/history-culture/p5973/

Enjoy strolling through streets lined with houses featuring Udatsu walls from the Edo period.

An "Udatsu" is a firewall built on both ends of a roof. During the Edo period, it was used to prevent the spread of fires. Wealthy merchants of the time competed to build impressive Udatsu, showcasing their wealth. You can appreciate various designs of Udatsu here. There are also shops where you can experience the charm of Mino Washi.

Since there are various shapes of Udatsu, be sure to take photos.

While the stylish "tiles" often catch the eye, including the "wall" part in your photos will result in even more impressive pictures.

Address: 1959-1 Kajiyamachi, Mino City (Mino City Tourist Information Center)

Access: About a 15-minute walk from "Mino City Station" on the Nagaragawa Railway.

From Gifu Bus Gifu-Mino Line "Udatsu no Machinami-dori" stop, walk 5 minutes.

Approximately 5 minutes from Mino IC on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway.

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Hosting Inbound Events at International Airports

Promoting Japanese Culture

Traditional Craft Hands-on Experience

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With the increasing number of inbound tourists,

we are promoting Japanese culture through enjoyable activities!

Experience making traditional "Okiagari Koboshi" (roly-poly dolls) in our workshops.

Every year, we hold workshops at airports where participants can make the New Year's zodiac animal with Washi Korokoro.

2025 is the Year of the Snake!

Although it might not look very snake-like due to its round shape,

it's designed to be cute and endearing!

The snake is known for bringing financial fortune!

Create your own original Snake zodiac and boost your luck in 2025!

Our Washi Korokoro DIY kits

include detailed instructions.

The kit parts have pre-printed faces,

and include pre-cut pieces,

so with just glue, you can assemble a cute roly-poly doll.

*Some minor cutting with scissors is required, but it's very simple.

Participants can make them on their own,

so event staff only need to supervise.

These workshops are enjoyable for both children and adults,

making it a fun activity for all ages.

We can provide tools like glue and scissors.

≪Tool Rental Details≫

Set for 10 people: ¥5,000 + tax

Includes: 10 tweezers, 5 glue containers (1 per 2 people), 5 scissors (1 per 2 people), 1 sample file of craft works

In addition to the zodiac, we offer dozens of options in our DIY kits.

For other lucky charms, we have Maneki Neko (beckoning cats), Daruma dolls, Shishimai (lion dance), and more.

For easy-to-make experience menus, see▼

DIY Kit Difficulty Level Menu

www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/lsc/lsc-upfile/catalog/00/82/82_1_file.pdf

Please contact us directly.

Enhance your workshop experience with these items

Decorate your creations

≪Recommended Material Set for Workshops≫

Die-cut paper and cut-out paper set, 10g, ¥1,000

This set includes cut papers and die-cut papers for about 10 people.

We offer a little extra, so it's a great value!

Beautiful cut papers can be used to create stunning patterns!

We recommend hands-on experiences like making local souvenirs, providing "experiential consumption"!

Since you can take home your creations immediately, they also serve as souvenirs!

Our Washi Korokoro series is available year-round!

～You can offer them every month!～

≪Experience Records and Examples≫

January: Zodiac, Setsubun – New release "Red Oni"

February: Hina Dolls, Valentine's Day with Korokoro Messages!

March: Easter – Rabbits

April: Festival Season – Shishimai, etc.

May: May Dolls, Samurai Series, Koinobori (carp streamers), etc.

June: Rainy Season, Frogs, Goldfish

July: Tanabata Festival

August: Goldfish

September: Cute animals like rabbits, owls, etc.

October: Halloween

November: Zodiac, Daruma, Maneki Neko

December: Christmas, Zodiac, etc.

Additionally, our popular year-round items include the Good Luck Charm series and the History (Samurai, Princess) series!

We welcome many inbound tourists at our shop.

Visitors from various countries have come to experience our crafts.

A total of 38 countries (individuals and groups)

North and South America:

USA, Brazil, Canada

Asia:

Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, Vietnam, Indonesia, Myanmar, China, East Timor, Nepal, India, Israel, Cambodia, Laos, Uzbekistan, Mongolia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Pakistan, Malaysia

Europe:

UK, France, Germany, Poland, Scotland, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, Italy

Oceania:

Australia, New Zealand

▼Also available for cultural exchange with international students and social studies tours for overseas workers▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_672_0_0.html

To purchase kits or for inquiries, please contact us here▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/contact/shop.html

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In the Udatsu Wall Historical District, where Mino Washi was once traded,

you can tour merchant houses of Washi wholesalers and view modern Washi art like "Akari Art."

Former Imai Residence & Mino Historical Museum

https://minokanko.com/seeing/category/history-culture/p5974/

Akari Art Hall

https://minokanko.com/seeing/category/townscape-architecture/p5976/

Recommended for educational institutions

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_1124.html

Enjoy a leisurely experience in Mino City.

Our shop is featured in the Gifu Prefecture Sustainable Tourism brochure, recommended for educational travel programs.

What is Sustainable Tourism...

According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO),

it refers to "tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social, and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment, and host communities."

You can download a map of the townscape from the Mino City Tourism Association website▼

https://minokanko.com/pamphlet/

Volunteer guides are available to show you around the townscape,

so please contact the following if you wish to have a guide.

*Available for groups of 10 or more.

https://minokanko.com/news/news/p6710/

*For groups of 20 or fewer, reservations outside of business days will incur an additional facility fee.

Please contact us for details.

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Our Town, the Home of Mino Washi

Mino City, Gifu Prefecture News

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Strolling Through Edo-era Streets

Udatsu Wall Historical District

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Udatsu Wall Historical District

https://minokanko.com/seeing/category/history-culture/p5973/

Enjoy the streets lined with houses featuring Udatsu walls from the Edo period.

An "Udatsu" is a firewall built on both ends of a roof. During the Edo period, wealthy merchants competed to build impressive Udatsu as a display of their wealth. You can appreciate various designs of Udatsu here. There are also shops where you can experience the charm of Mino Washi.

Since there are various shapes of Udatsu, be sure to take photos.

While the stylish "tiles" often catch the eye, including the "wall" part in your photos will result in even more impressive pictures.

Address: 1959-1 Kajiyamachi, Mino City (Mino City Tourist Information Center)

Access: About a 15-minute walk from "Mino City Station" on the Nagaragawa Railway.

From Gifu Bus Gifu-Mino Line "Udatsu no Machinami-dori" stop, walk 5 minutes.

Approximately 5 minutes from Mino IC on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway.

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Hosting Inbound Events at International Airports

Promoting Japanese Culture

Traditional Craft Hands-on Experience

━…━…━…━…━…━…━…━

With the increasing number of inbound tourists,

we are promoting Japanese culture through enjoyable activities!

Experience making traditional "Okiagari Koboshi" (roly-poly dolls) in our workshops.

Every year, we hold workshops at airports where participants can make the New Year's zodiac animal with Washi Korokoro.

2025 is the Year of the Snake!

Although it might not look very snake-like due to its round shape,

it's designed to be cute and endearing!

The snake is known for bringing financial fortune!

Create your own original Snake zodiac and boost your luck in 2025!

Our Washi Korokoro DIY kits

include detailed instructions.

The kit parts have pre-printed faces,

and include pre-cut pieces,

so with just glue, you can assemble a cute roly-poly doll.

*Some minor cutting with scissors is required, but it's very simple.

Participants can make them on their own,

so event staff only need to supervise.

These workshops are enjoyable for both children and adults,

making it a fun activity for all ages.

We also provide tools like glue and scissors on loan from Ishikawa Paper Industries.

≪Tool Rental Details≫

One set for 10 people: ¥5,000 + tax

Includes: 10 tweezers, 5 glue containers (1 per 2 people), 5 scissors (1 per 2 people), 1 sample craft file

In addition to the zodiac, we offer dozens of different DIY kits to choose from.

For other lucky charms, we have Maneki Neko (Beckoning Cat), Daruma dolls, Shishimai (Lion Dance), and more.

For easy-to-make experience menus, see▼

DIY Kit Difficulty Level Menu

www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/lsc/lsc-upfile/catalog/00/82/82_1_file.pdf

Please contact us directly.

Items to Make Your Workshop Even More Enjoyable

Decorate Your Creations

≪Recommended Material Set for Workshop Experiences≫

Die-cut Paper and Cut Paper Set 10g ¥1,000

This set includes cut paper and die-cut paper for about 10 people.

We've added a little extra, so it's a great value set!

Beautiful cut papers are wonderful for creating patterns!

We Recommend Hands-on Experiences Like "Local Souvenirs" for Experiential Consumption!

You can take home your creations immediately, making them perfect souvenirs!

Our Washi Korokoro series is available year-round!

～We can offer them every month!～

≪Experience Records and Examples≫

January: Zodiac, Setsubun – New release "Red Oni"

February: Hina Dolls – Korokoro Messages for Valentine's Day!

March: Easter – Rabbits

April: Festival Season – Shishimai (Lion Dance), etc.

May: May Dolls, Samurai Series, Koinobori (Carp Streamers), etc.

June: Rainy Season, Frogs, Goldfish

July: Tanabata Festival

August: Goldfish

September: Cute Animals like Rabbits, Owls, etc.

October: Halloween

November: Zodiac, Daruma, Maneki Neko

December: Christmas, Zodiac, etc...

Additionally, our popular year-round Good Luck Charm series and History (Samurai, Princess) series are recommended!

We welcome many inbound tourists at our shop.

We have visitors from various countries.

A total of 38 countries (individuals and groups)

North and South America (North America, South America)

USA, Brazil, Canada

Asia

Europe

UK, France, Germany, Poland, Scotland, Spain, Portugal, Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, Italy

Oceania

Australia, New Zealand

▼Also available for cultural exchange with international students and social studies tours for overseas workers▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_672_0_0.html

To purchase kits or for inquiries, please contact us here▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/contact/shop.html

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Launched in 1974

"Monchhichi" Celebrates its 50th Anniversary

Monchhichi in Mino Washi

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"Monchhichi" was first launched in 1974,

temporarily halted in 1985, and re-released in 1996!

Celebrating its 50th anniversary, Monchhichi is popular among grandmother generations and can be enjoyed with grandchildren through craft experiences.

Create your own unique Monchhichi with three generations together!

Collaborating with Gifu's traditional craft Mino Washi,

we at Ishikawa Paper Industries have created a Washi Korokoro Monchhichi!

Note that this is a DIY kit, not a finished product.

At our shop, you can experience making it at a special price.

You can freely use beautiful Mino Washi parts

to create a one-of-a-kind Monchhichi!

We accept tour groups of 10 or more with reservations.

Plan a "Monchhichi" craft experience tour!

For reservations and inquiries, please contact us▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/contact/shop.html

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Create Your Own Zodiac Sign

In the "Udatsu Wall Historical District"

Washi Craft – Mino City Sightseeing Plan

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You can view the Washi Korokoro Zodiac here

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/lsc/lsc-upfile/catalog/02/69/269_1_file.jpg

In the Udatsu Wall Historical District,

create your own lucky zodiac sign

and boost your fortune!

Travel agencies,

please recommend this in your inquiries!

▼Group Tours for Cultural Class Visits

▼Parent-Child Tours for Children's Associations

▼Tours for Female Members

▼Community Association Friendship Trips, etc.

Also suitable for inbound tours

The zodiac is a part of Japanese culture

and is sure to pique interest!

Please include Mino Washi craft experiences

in your Japanese cultural tour packages!

For group inquiries, please contact us▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/contact/shop.html

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September, October, and November Instagram Contest

The keyword is

#IshikawaPaperContestAutumn

Our autumn contest is now open!

For September, October, and November, the Instagram contest

keyword is

#IshikawaPaperContestAutumn!

We look forward to your continued submissions!

Until the end of August, please include the following keyword in your posts!

#IshikawaPaperContestSummer

You can view contest submissions here.

https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/石川紙業コンテストsummer/?hl=ja

Not only works created at our experience shop,

but also those made at home using our kits are welcome.

To purchase kits...

Rakuten Kit Sales Site

https://search.rakuten.co.jp/search/mall/手作りキット/?sid=391090

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Ishikawa Paper Industries Headquarters Information

Latest News and Great Deals

Guide to the "Iki Iki" Newsletter November Issue Blog

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Packed with information!

You can find the guide to the "Iki Iki" Newsletter November Issue blog here

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_1449.html

◆Now accepting reservations for new 2025 Hina Dolls!

You can view the 2025 Hina Dolls catalog here▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_1404.html

◆Now accepting reservations for new 2025 May Dolls!

You can view the 2025 May Dolls catalog here▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_1414.html

Special Offer for Clients: Name Plate Introduction

We can create original name plates for you!

Please contact your sales representative for details.

◆New Release: Three New Types of Clip Magnets

Heart, Hexagram, and Flower

Clip Magnet Catalog attached.

◆Information on Special Offers from Ishikawa Paper Industries! Click here▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_1377.html

Ishikawa Paper Industries 2024 First Half (January~July) New Products and Special Offers Introduction

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/news/detail_1377.html

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Minowa's Musings 【Tea Ceremony】

As the days grow colder,

it's finally becoming comfortable even during the daytime.

Autumn is the season for tea ceremonies.

This year, with the National Cultural Festival being held in Gifu Prefecture,

tea ceremonies are being held in various places throughout Gifu.

I haven't had much opportunity to attend tea ceremonies,

but when I go, I can sometimes see wonderful tea utensils and hanging scrolls,

which not only provide a feast for the eyes but also enrich the spirit through the unique atmosphere of enjoying tea in a different setting.

Japanese tea seems to be very popular among people from overseas,

and I hear that tea-producing areas are bustling with foreign visitors.

If you have the chance, please try attending a tea ceremony.

You may rediscover aspects of Japanese culture!

Well then...

For inquiries about the information in this newsletter, please contact us here▼

https://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/contact/shop.html

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Experience making Mino Washi crafts

in the Edo-period atmosphere of the Udatsu Wall Historical District

Mino Washi Craft Experience Shop Ishikawa Paper Industries

〒501-3728

1909-3 Honjyu-machi, Mino City, Gifu Prefecture

Shop Manager: Minowa

Phone: 0575-29-3680

FAX: 0575-35-1363

Minowa's Mobile: 090-5851-4673

Email: shigyo@jt7.so-net.ne.jp

Website:http://www.ishikawa-shigyo.com/

【About Mino Washi Craft Experience Shop Ishikawa Paper Industries】

Established in 1902 (Meiji 35), Mino Washi craft manufacturer

Ishikawa Paper Industries offers hands-on experiences of "Washi Crafts" at their Mino Washi Craft Experience Shop.

Located in the "Udatsu Wall Historical District", a famous sightseeing spot in Mino City, Gifu Prefecture,

you can enjoy Washi craft experiences inside a historical building with 270 years of history in a designated preservation area for traditional buildings.

It's a popular destination for family trips involving Mino Washi crafting experiences,

and as a Mino City sightseeing spot, it's well-received for group tours and is a famous spot for experiencing Gifu tourism.

As a travel experience program where you create Washi crafts, it's ideal for family travel and group travel plans.

It's chosen for school trip plans to learn about the history of Mino Washi and enjoy Mino Washi in a fun way in Mino City.

As a Washi workshop experience, you can enjoy making "Washi Korokoro" Mino Washi roly-poly dolls,

Washi earrings and clip-on earrings, pen stands, plates, Washi bookmarks, and in summer, Mino Washi fans.

You can enjoy over 30 types of hands-on experiences. Washi doll-making experiences include animals, historical figures from the Battle of Sekigahara,

and you can also make Gifu buses and Nagaragawa Railway models.

As a travel experience of Mino Washi crafts, it's popular with inbound overseas guests,

and has welcomed customers from 37 countries in inbound tours.

You can experience without reservations. Required time is 30 to 60 minutes.

Since staff are present and base materials are available, even those not confident in their crafting skills can make items with ease.

Completed items can be taken home immediately.

For groups of 10 or more, please make a reservation.

The experience shop can accommodate up to 45 people at once.

For larger groups, sessions will be conducted in turns. Group tour reservations can be accepted outside business hours.

You can experience making Mino Washi crafts, and purchase 600 types of Mino Washi handmade souvenirs from Ishikawa Paper Industries, which is also popular.