Paper & Print Art Retreat: Japan
Immerse into the fascinating process of handmaking traditional washi paper, indigo dyeing and botanical printmaking.
2026 Fully Booked
Immerse, craft, indigo, culture, Japan
Japanese Papermaking: Transform raw kozo fibres into sheets of washi paper.
Immersive structure: Discover Japanese papermaking, indigo dyeing and botanical printing.
Expert Facilitation: Retreat led by Jo Horswill, an experienced artist and educator with many years of experience in printmaking and running workshops.
Supportive Space: A supportive and safe space to make paper, create beautiful prints and connect with others.
Retreat Location
This retreat is based at the Awagami Factory in the Yoshinogawa village on the island of Shikoku, where mountains and rivers provide the fibre and water necessary for washi papermaking.
Awagami Paper Factory
Shikoku island, Japan
Itinerary
6 Day Retreat
10-15 November 2026
Spend your days learning about the fascinating process of handmaking traditional washi paper, indigo and experimental botanical contact printmaking.
Papermaking
Indigo dyeing
Botanical contact printing
Cyanotype
After dinner mini workshops
Testimonials
"Jo, this incredible journey in Japan has enriched our lives. Your wonderful teaching has opened doors as well as a myriad of rabbit holes in which to explore. We are all rich in memories."
— 2024 retreat students
Inclusions
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6 days of making paper and printmaking with Jo
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7 nights accommodation
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All meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner
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To be disclosed.
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Daily mini bus transfers from the accommodation to Awagami Paper Factory, and return.
❋ International & internal airfares, and travel insurance not included. Meals & drinks not specified in itinerary not included.