Tree Fire Memorial Paper Museum: Recreating Cai Lun's Papermaking Techniques with Everyday Plants

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At the Tree Fire Memorial Paper Museum, visitors can experience transforming XinShe citrus into citrus paper and Hengchun onions into onion paper, with materials like wheat and mugwort also utilized in the papermaking process. The handmade paper features a subtle fragrance and a rustic texture, representing a unique creation that captures the beauty of trees and ancient craftsmanship.
Strolling along Chang'an East Road in Taipei, a building adorned with a white checked pattern catches the eye, nestled within a narrow alley. If it weren't for the prominent sign reading "Tree Fire Memorial Paper Museum," it would be hard to imagine that this seemingly ordinary four-story old house is a special place preserving traditional papermaking techniques. Pushing open the door, visitors are greeted by a space defined by sharp angles and a deep layout that unfolds layer by layer, flowing continuously and intricately—both resilient like paper yet soft at the same time. It feels as though one has entered a parallel dimension, stumbling into a magical forest made of paper. Nurturing this forest are artisans like Huang Yi-Chang, who, with the passage of time and their youthful spirit, safeguard the warmth of handmade paper within this small space.
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