Japanese decorative papers reflect the superb craftsmanship, design sensibilities and rich variety of the Edo Period (1630 - 1868). Chiyogami papers are characteristically small dense patterns that were originally wood block prints but are now typically silkscreened. This elegant white ivory and light gray pattern of cranes in flight (symbol of long life and good tidings) with touches of gold and pink silkscreened on handmade Kozo paper is ideally suited for bookbinding because of its strength and glueability. It is also excellent for origami, collage paper crafts, lampshades and card making.