S1·E16 Mino City, Gifu
Synopsis
In this week's Journeys in Japan, we visit Mino City in Aichi Prefecture, a town famous for Japanese traditional paper "Washi". Washi is made from the fibers of tree bark and all handmade by traditional artisans has a beautiful appearance and texture. There are about 30 artisans who still produce washi in the traditional way. Tatsuo Ichikawa is one of oldest washi artisans in Mino city. He took over from his father in the family business. He explained to us how washi is made. (Excerpt)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 16 of Journeys in Japan air?
Season 1, Episode 16 ('Mino City, Gifu') originally aired on July 13, 2010.
How long is Season 1 Episode 16 ('Mino City, Gifu')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Journeys in Japan.
What happens in Journeys in Japan Season 1 Episode 16?
In this week's Journeys in Japan, we visit Mino City in Aichi Prefecture, a town famous for Japanese traditional paper "Washi". Washi is made from the fibers of tree bark and all handmade by traditional artisans has a beautiful appearance and texture. There are about 30 artisans who still produce wa...