Washi Paper Scoop-Molded Flower Pattern Gold Leaf Thread-Bound Guest Book 7-Line Ruling for 252 Guests & Goshuincho (Temple Stamp Book) Izumo 2-Piece Set

A set including a beautiful Japanese paper guest book with seven ruled lines and an Izumo Goshuincho (temple stamp book). Both are unused.

Please excuse any errors in the measurements below, as they were taken by an amateur. m(_ _)m

① [Japanese Paper Guest Book]
A guest book made of Japanese paper with a classic beauty of a pale yellow with white floral patterns.
The Japanese paper, imbued with artistry, is used for the front and back covers, bound with thread.

This traditional technique, passed down through generations, involves scooping Japanese paper fibers with a special mold and interweaving them with the base paper to create floral patterns.
The patterns, resembling cottonwood fluff or chrysanthemum flowers, are charming and classic.

The tasteful pale yellow is gentle and features delicate Japanese colors.
Koji-iro (koji color), Tansui-iro (pale madder color), Tonoko-iro (ocher color), Mittsō-iro (minium color), Kuchinashi-iro (gardenia color)...

Dimensions: Height 24cm x Width 18cm x Thickness 1cm
7 ruled lines per page (7 names per page) x 18 folds
= 36 pages, can record up to 252 names
Weight: Approximately 215g

Total number of folds is 21.
The Japanese paper, with gold flecks scattered on a white background, is used for the first 3 pages and one page on the back of the spine.
Blank/unruled pages are 2 folds, totaling 4 pages.
These are convenient for writing messages.
There are 18 folds with ruled lines on both sides, forming a loop.

In addition to formal occasions, the finer ruling compared to the typical five lines found in most guest books makes it suitable for writing Japanese poetry (waka), senryu, classical Chinese poetry, or sutras.

From the original, there are some wrinkles and disturbances on the cellophane covering the spine and front cover, specifically on the spine side.
This is for those who do not mind. If you are concerned, you may consider peeling it off.

The gentle, elegant, and warm pale yellow can be used for both celebratory and condolence occasions.

② [Izumo Goshuincho]
Beautiful illustrations of red and blue clouds on the spine and cover, drifting above a geometric auspicious classic pattern.

Dimensions: Height 18.2cm x Width 12.8cm x Thickness 3mm
Weight: Approximately 52g

The paper quality for the spine and cover is thick and sturdy.
It is an accordion-style folding book with 10 blank pages, allowing for ten temple stamps.

Comes with instructions for use (written on both sides).
Easy to carry, it's the perfect companion for your pilgrimages and travels starting in spring. ?

Search terms: Thread binding, Hosho paper, Brush pen, Handwritten
Hatōkyōdō, Akagi, Tokyo, Dandelion, Cottonwood fluff
(Japanese clothing) Wedding, Celebration, Joyful occasions
Family register, Relative register, Ceremony, Ritual
Shimane Prefecture, Izumo Taisha Shrine, Izumo Road
Hobbies, Haiku, Senryu
Haiku, 5-7-5, 17 syllables, Seasonal words, Waka
Senryu, 5-7-5, 17 syllables, Colloquial language
Subtleties of life, Social conditions, Customs
Tanka, 5-7-5-7-7, 31 syllables