452 pp. Illustrated with numerous photographs and mounted samples of papers. 29.6x22 cm (11¾x8¾"), blue cloth backed paper boards, spine lettering stamped in white and red, maroon clamshell case. Number 476 of 1000 copies. Limited First Edition.
A very lavish and far-reaching reference on all aspects of Japanese paper-making: its evolution, sociology, classification, various uses, etc. Short booklet with samples of Mino Washi paper, published by Mino Trade Promotion Organization is laid in.