Echizen Washi Village Paper Culture Museum
Echizen Washi boasts over 1,500 years of history. Discover the legend of its origins, the history of the village of washi, and the charm of Echizen Washi and its production area.
This museum introduces the origins of Echizen Washi, from its legends and history to the advanced techniques that have supported the production of essential papers for Japanese art, including ceremonial paper, and the creation of banknotes. On the first floor, visitors can observe the fibers of washi paper and touch various types of washi. The second floor features an exhibition showcasing the charm of washi and its production area, including tools and products used in making Echizen Washi, designated as an Important Cultural Property.
- Area
- Tannan
- Category
- History & Culture Traditional Crafts Museums
Information
- Telephone Number
- Paper Culture Museum 0778-42-0016
- Address
- 福井県越前市新在家町11-12
- Opening Hours
- 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM)
- Closed
- Every Tuesday (open on holidays)・Year-end and New Year holidays
- Prices
- Adults: ¥300 per person ・Groups of 15 or more: ¥200 per person ・Persons with disability certificates: Half price High school students and younger: Free
- Getting There
- From Happirain Fukui Takefu Station, take the Fukutetsu Bus Minamietsu Line and get off at "Washi no Sato" stop. It's about a 2-minute walk from there.
