Art San Catalog – Authentic Japanese Shikishi Boards from Mino, Japan
- artsan
- 4 days ago
- 2 min read
Homepage Summary / Newsletter Intro
Discover the Art San 2025 Catalog, presenting authentic Japanese Shikishi boards and Tatōshi envelopes handcrafted in Mino, Gifu — the birthplace of washi paper and a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage site. Created for professional artists, galleries, and retailers, these materials combine traditional craftsmanship with modern versatility.Explore the two signature papers, Gasen dōsa and Torinoko dōsa, each suited to techniques from sumi-e and watercolor to acrylic and mixed media.
Discover the Art San Catalog: Authentic Japanese Shikishi Boards from Mino, Japan
Art San Gallery is pleased to share its 2025 professional catalog, presenting our collection of Japanese Shikishi boards and Tatōshi envelopes made in Mino, Gifu Prefecture — the birthplace of washi paper and a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage site.
Designed for professional artists, art retailers, and galleries, our materials combine traditional craftsmanship with the versatility needed for modern artistic practice.
The Essence of Japanese Craftsmanship
Our shikishi boards and tatōshi envelopes are selected in collaboration with a master paper-mounting craftsman from Mino.Every layer — from the inner core to the gold-edged finish — reflects the precision and beauty that define Japanese paper culture.
The catalog features two main paper types, each adapted to a wide range of techniques:
Gasen dōsa – lightly textured, ideal for sumi-e (ink painting), nihonga, gouache, acrylic, oil pastel, and mixed-media works.
Torinoko dōsa – smooth and ivory-toned, perfect for watercolor, pencil, fine line work, and layered washes.
Each is available in standard format (242 × 273 mm / 9.53 × 10.75 in) and mini format (121 × 136 mm / 4.76 × 5.35 in).
These supports adapt seamlessly between Japanese and Western techniques — from delicate ink brushwork to experimental collage, from abstract pigment layers to figurative expression.
Mini- Shikishi, paper gazen doza.
From Catalog to Creation — The Shikishi Art Project
Beyond material distribution, Art San Gallery is also the founder of The Shikishi Art Project, an ongoing initiative inviting artists from Japan and abroad to reinterpret the traditional shikishi format through contemporary vision and experimentation.
Through the project, artists have explored techniques as varied as oil, ink, acrylic, oil pastel, and mixed media, proving the resilience and expressive potential of this unique format.
For Artists, Galleries, and Resellers
Whether you are a professional artist exploring new media or a reseller seeking to offer authentic Japanese materials to your clients, the catalog provides flexibility in ordering and a guarantee of consistent quality — all Made in Japan.
Our products are available to professional artists, galleries, and art retailers worldwide.For galleries and distributors seeking high-quality Japanese art paper and Shikishi boards in bulk, the catalog provides complete specifications and ordering details.
Download the Catalog
For professional inquiries, wholesale orders, or partnership requests, please contact:📧 contact-artsan@artsangallery.com
Inspiring Creation Through Authenticity
Art San Gallery is based in Gujo Hachiman, a historic town surrounded by the mountains of Gifu.Through its exhibitions, materials, and projects, the gallery seeks to connect artists with the subtle excellence of Japanese craftsmanship — inspiring creation rooted in authenticity and dialogue across cultures.
Learn more about The Shikishi Art Project or explore our Shikishi Art Collection.
Comments