The art of washi tape
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There’s something wonderfully Japanese about taking an ordinary object and making it a little more beautiful.
That’s exactly what we love about washi tape. Made from traditional Japanese washi paper, washi tape is lightweight, easy to tear by hand, repositionable, and endlessly useful.
Eira Haul has curated a collection of washi tapes featuring playful illustrations, charming characters, food, animals, and Japanese-inspired motifs from artists and design houses we love.
- Shima-enaga by Milina: A whimsical and artistic design that brings a little personality to your notebook, journal, or gift wrapping.
- Ramen by Kamoi Kakoshi: A fun celebration of one of Japan’s most beloved foods. Perfect for adding a playful Japanese touch to your everyday stationery.
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Usagi the Rabbit by Schinako Moriyama: A charming rabbit design from Japanese artist Schinako Moriyama, bringing a gentle and playful feeling to your pages.
- Usagi - Rabbits & Flowers by Schinako Moriyama: Another beautiful design by Schinako Moriyama, combining delicate flowers with adorable rabbits.
- Sushi by Concombre: For sushi lovers, a cheerful and distinctly Japanese design that's hard not to smile at.
- Daruma Cats by Concombre: A wonderfully quirky take on the traditional Japanese daruma, featuring cats in a playful and charming design.
What can you do with washi tape?
Pretty much whatever you like.
Use it to:
- decorate your journal
- mark pages in your notebook
- seal a letter
- wrap a small gift
- create a mood board
- decorate packaging
- or simply add a little colour to an otherwise ordinary day
And because washi tape is so easy to remove and reposition, just have fun with it.
That's part of what makes Japanese stationery so appealing: everyday objects don't have to be purely practical. They can be useful and bring a little joy.