This book is a visual collection of mizuhiki origata works by the long-established mizuhiki artist Yukihiro Takada, bringing together decades of craftsmanship and creative exploration.
The volume includes rare examples of ceremonial wrapping, such as tea packages and traditional gift forms, alongside inherited designs and original contemporary creations. Each work reflects the principles of Japanese etiquette and formality while demonstrating the expressive potential of mizuhiki as an art form.
In addition to finished works, the book provides insight into fundamental knotting techniques and the cultural framework surrounding mizuhiki and origata. The structure moves from classical foundations to modern interpretations, illustrating how tradition continues to inspire new creative directions.
Rather than serving as a step-by-step manual, this book functions primarily as a source of visual inspiration and cultural reference, making it especially valuable for designers, craftspeople, and readers interested in Japanese ceremonial aesthetics.
Book details
Language: Japanese
Format: Softcover
Size: AB format
Pages: 104 pages
Material: Paper
Country of origin: Japan
