Tame-zuki(溜め漉き) is an old-style, slightly rare method of Washi making. It is similar to the papermaking methods used outside of Japan. "Tame" means "Collecting", and in this case refers to the material, fibre solution. The artisan doesn't intensely shake the mould (Sugeta). They just scoop the fibre solution from the vat and calmly wait for water to drain. This method is effective for a special paper that contains clay, because the method without well-shaking like this, it easily makes uneven and pin-hole. the clay works as the filler. Commonly, the scooped paper is couched with a gauze cloth one sheet at a time. The screen is set into a mould, which is separated in two parts for easy handling, rather than being hinged as in other papermaking methods. Najio is a famous Washi style that has been made using this method for generations. It is also used widely for making very thick paper, like postcards and name cards.
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