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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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And yes, washi tape and markers for labeling.

From Salon Sep. 9, 2025

In a bid to revive interest in this traditional craft, a group of Tohoku University researchers has developed an environmentally friendly material from washi that boasts improved strength and biodegradability.

From Science Daily May 14, 2024

Next, he delicately pressed the fish onto a piece of washi paper to create a lifelike print to commemorate her catch — honoring the food she took from the ocean.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 20, 2022

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

Still, I followed the girls back to their block after dinner and gave them the washi tape I’d brought along for some reason but hadn’t bothered unpacking.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed

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