Artisan Leather Bookbinding (Wafū): Revision history

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4 January 2026

  • curprev 21:2721:27, 4 January 2026 CompUser talk contribs 4,955 bytes +4,955 Created page with "==Overview== '''Artisan Leather Bookbinding (Wafū)''' refers to a specialized Japanese leather craft concerned with the binding, protection, and reinforcement of books produced in traditional Japanese formats. While classical Japanese bookbinding (''wafū toji'') is most commonly associated with paper, silk thread, and textile covers, leather was selectively employed for durability, portability, and institutional use, giving rise to a distinct leather-based craft practi..."