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Founded elsewhere in 1806, but now located in this sleek, modern grey cube just off Chuo-dori in Nihonbashi, Haibara specializes in gorgeous notebooks, letter sets, fans, and traditional washi paper. Among the examples of the latter, look for gampi, an artisanal paper known for its delicate appearance yet high durability.
This shop, which was opened in 1653, has one of the largest washi showrooms in the city and its own gallery of antique papers and calligraphy. It also offers a variety of cultural classes each day (see the website for times), including a washi paper workshop for ¥800.
