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Meanings
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persimmon-juice paper; astringent persimmon paper
Traditional Japanese paper treated with the astringent juice of unripe persimmons, making it water-resistant and durable. Used for wrapping, stencil patterns, and crafts.
Shibugami was used for wrapping because it is water-resistant.
Stencils made of shibugami are used for katazome dyeing.