Core Kyoto S9E8 - Karakami: Ornamental Paper with Timeless Beauty
Core Kyoto S9E8 - Karakami: Ornamental Paper with Timeless Beauty
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Karakami is washi woodblock-printed with nature motifs and geometric patterns. Arriving from China around 1,000 years ago, this ornamental paper came to be used in interiors as wallpaper and on sliding doors. One artisan sublimely imbues his artworks with prayer. Another strives to perfect the world of minimal, beautiful handiwork. Discover how artisans are propelling Karakami into the future through accessories, fixtures and hotel interiors, transcending the world of Japanese aesthetics.
Released Feb 28, 2013
Runtime 28min
Genre Documentary
Actor Gary Tegler
Director N/A
Production NHK