26 Freshly Made Washi Festival: Experience New Paper at Shibuya Hikarie

26 Freshly Made Washi Festival: Discover the Charm of New Paper at Shibuya Hikarie

The "26 Freshly Made Washi Festival" will be held at Shibuya Hikarie, a landmark in Shibuya, Tokyo. This is a valuable opportunity to encounter contemporary washi paper in a highly accessible location, directly connected to JR Shibuya Station and Tokyo Metro Shibuya Station.

The Surprise and Discovery of Fresh Washi

The main highlight of this event is "freshly made washi," crafted using only materials harvested in the current year, with transparency regarding its production period and makers. While traditionally washi has been valued for its aged quality, this festival proposes the appeal of "fresh washi" as a bounty of the year, akin to new tea or new rice. Experience the simple, vibrant texture and the potential of the material unique to paper produced recently.

Venue and Event Details

The venue is Creative Lounge MOV aiiima1&2 within Shibuya Hikarie. In this sophisticated space, you can experience a new world of washi paper where Japanese traditional techniques and innovation merge.

• Event Name: 26 Freshly Made Washi Festival
• Dates: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 - Monday, May 25, 2026
• Time: 11:00-19:00 (First day, May 20: from 13:00; Last day, May 25: until 18:00)
• Venue: Creative Lounge MOV aiiima1&2 (Shibuya Hikarie)
• Venue Address: 2-21-1 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Access

Immediately accessible from JR Shibuya Station and Tokyo Metro Shibuya Station.

Don't miss this chance to experience the new sensibility of Japanese washi in the heart of Shibuya.