Translation guide
A paper layer applied to the back of something for support, reinforcement, or protection. In Japanese, the term depends on the context—whether it's for framing, wallpaper, stickers, or general backing.
The paper attached to the back of a framed picture, photograph, or document to protect it and provide a finished look.
Specifically refers to paper used for backing or lining, often in framing or conservation. It implies a paper that is adhered to the back of something for reinforcement.
この絵には裏打ち紙が必要です。
This painting needs backing paper.
A more general term for 'backing paper' or 'paper on the back side'. Can be used in framing contexts, but also for other purposes like the backing of a notepad.
額縁の裏紙が破れています。
The backing paper of the frame is torn.
The removable paper layer on the back of self-adhesive wallpaper, stickers, or labels that protects the adhesive until application.
Release paper or release liner; the paper you peel off from stickers, labels, or adhesive wallpaper before sticking. This is the standard term in manufacturing and crafts.
壁紙を貼る前に剥離紙をはがしてください。
Peel off the backing paper before applying the wallpaper.
Mounting paper or backing sheet. Often used for the backing of stickers or photo mounts. Can also mean the cardboard backing of a notepad.
シールの台紙を捨てないでください。
Please don't throw away the sticker backing paper.
Any paper used as a backing layer for reinforcement, protection, or finishing, such as on the back of a notebook, a poster, or in bookbinding.
Paper used for lining or backing something. Often used in bookbinding, box making, or reinforcing the back of a poster.
ポスターの裏張り紙がはがれてきた。
The backing paper of the poster is coming off.
Paper specifically for backing or lining purposes. More technical, often used in art conservation or framing supply contexts.
裏打ち用紙を買いに行きます。
I'm going to buy some backing paper.
裏打ち紙 (urauchigami) is paper that is permanently adhered to the back of something for reinforcement, like in framing. 剥離紙 (hakurishi) is a removable release liner that protects adhesive until use, like on stickers or wallpaper. Do not confuse the two.
額縁には裏打ち紙を使います。
We use backing paper for the frame.
シールの剥離紙をはがす。
Peel off the sticker's release paper.
The direct translation 'バッキングペーパー' is not commonly used in Japanese and may not be understood. Always use the context-appropriate term above.