Shinji Hayashi
Born in 1969. He became a trainee of Kyoto Kurotani Washi Cooperative Association in 1996 and set up his own business, FUKURO, in 1998 with his wife. He adheres to traditional methods and materials and continues with the production of "Real Washi paper". Also, FUKURO produces with warmth of handmade craft and other products, such as dyed paper, tapestry, hats etc.