Orihon- Japanese Accordion Notebooks: Large Kakishibu Momigami HM2 Each leaf is intricately cut

Each leaf is intricately cut to show its individual details

Kobaien is one of the oldest traditional sumi ink makers in Nara

Paper is laid down wet on the table

If still frosty or shiny in appearance

No preparation of wheat paste necessary

Orihon- Japanese Accordion Notebooks: Large Kakishibu Momigami HM2 Each leaf is intricately cutKakishibu is fermented juice of unripened persimmons. When coated onto paper, kakishibu provides durability against water. Another feature is the reddish brown color that it produces. Momigami = crinkled paper (referring to the outer cover) Accordion style notebook: Large 4. 75" x 7. 25" (Small 3. 5" x 5", 10 colors are also available)