First edition. Number 113 of a limited edition of 300 copies. Illustrated throughout with colour katazome stencil plates (one folding) and a large folding map of Japan. 12 original paper samples bound in. Large oblong folio, measuring 335 by 440mm. Original decorated Japanese-style binding in original yellow decorated card chitsu., lacking cardboard shipping box. Occasional foxing, but overall still a very good copy. Unpaginated [but 147pp.]. Tokyo, Bijutsu Shuppansha, 1964.
Among the most coveted books made by Goto; a book that celebrates the qualities and craftsmanship of Japanese handmade papers.
The present publication "Paper Journeys" presents the results of his travels and researches throughout Japan. The book is entirely printed on washi paper and uses his distinctive style of stencil dyeing for the rich illustrations which explain in detail the regional differences and characteristics, while the text provides a description of the origins and techniques of paper-making. This book ranks amongst the most beautiful and comprehensive accounts of washi culture throughout Japan.
