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Gifu · Traditional Papermaking & Book Arts

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Gifu · Traditional Papermaking & Book Arts

Gifu is a top destination for traditional papermaking & book arts enthusiasts. Key requirements include watermills or mulberry sources, hand-craft paper heritage, calligraphy or print culture.

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Gifu is a top destination for traditional papermaking & book arts enthusiasts. Key requirements include watermills or mulberry sources, hand-craft paper heritage, calligraphy or print culture.

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Best season: Year-round
Difficulty: moderate
Region: Japan

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