Mizuhiki, an essential part of formal Japanese gift-giving, goes well with Japanese-style wrapping. Here, let's master how to make the basic "ki" awaji of Mizuhiki.
Mizuhiki is a decorative material unique to Japan, made from colored paper rolls. Decorations for envelopes and betrothal gifts made from mizuhiki are wonderful gifts of culture. It is called "awaji" or "awabi" and is said to be modeled after the abalone shellfish. It can be used for any celebration, but it is especially used for celebrations that are best celebrated only once, such as weddings and get-well gifts.