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washi

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[wah-shee] / ˈwɑ ʃi /

noun

  1. a thin, strong handmade paper traditionally used in Japanese handicrafts; Japanese paper.


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Their brightness comes from light scattering off the exposed fibers of the traditional washi paper.

From Science Daily Sep. 10, 2026

And yes, washi tape and markers for labeling.

From Salon Sep. 9, 2025

First, paint one side of the fish with sumi ink, place washi paper atop, then use your fingers to press over the surface to make a print.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 31, 2023

Other decorating tools you might have include colorful washi tape, designs you could cut out from past holiday cards, paper doilies, ribbon, felt, markers, paint and stickers.

From Washington Times Dec. 7, 2022

Lily removes the lid, revealing assorted glue sticks, washi tape, bags of multicolored feathers, and gel pens.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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