Paper & Print Art Retreat: Japan

10-15 november 2026
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What to Expect

Immerse into the fascinating process of handmaking traditional washi paper, indigo dyeing and botanical printmaking.

❋ 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

immerse, craft, indigo, culture, japan
itinerary

6 Days

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

  • "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."

    Japan retreat students, 2024

inclusions

  • 6 days of making paper and printmaking with Jo

  • 7 nights accommodation

  • All meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner

  • To be disclosed.

  • 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.

Express your interest.

Japan 2026 retreat fully booked. Expressions of interests for 2027.

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