Papermaking in Japan (1934)
In this short film Bernard Leach follows the papermaking processes at the workshop of renowned papermaker Abe Eishiro, one of the early members of the Mingei movement. The entire process of making Japanese washi in Yakumo Village, Shimane Prefecture, is shown. The voice of Abe Shinichiro, grandson of the Eishiro was recorded as commentary.
Director: Bernard Leach
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 6 min
Release Date: April 11, 1934
Original Language: en
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- What is Papermaking in Japan about?
- In this short film Bernard Leach follows the papermaking processes at the workshop of renowned papermaker Abe Eishiro, one of the early members of the Mingei movement. The entire process of making Japanese washi in Yakumo Village, Shimane Prefecture, is shown. The voice of Abe Shinichiro, grandson of the Eishiro was recorded as commentary.
- Who directed Papermaking in Japan?
- Papermaking in Japan was directed by Bernard Leach.
- How long is Papermaking in Japan?
- Papermaking in Japan has a runtime of 6m (6 minutes).
- What genre is Papermaking in Japan?
- Papermaking in Japan is a Documentary film.