About Cotton & Washi
Cotton & Washi began with three years living in Tokyo, a chapter that changed the way I looked at everyday life.
In Japan, I discovered a way of living where the smallest things can be thoughtfully chosen. A pen, a notebook, a cloth, a little object you carry every day. Useful things can also be beautiful, personal and a pleasure to use. That idea became the heart of Cotton & Washi.
Inspired by Japanese Zakka, the world of everyday goods, small discoveries and useful objects, we curate and create things that bring a little more thoughtfulness to the everyday. From handmade beaded notebooks and useful little accessories to Japanese stationery, cotton wraps and everyday objects, everything is chosen or made with care, a love of thoughtful design and an eye for the little details.
Cotton & Washi is a little piece of modern Tokyo, brought home to the UK.
Some things are made by us. Some are carefully sourced from Japan. Others are inspired by the way Japan approaches everyday living: compact, considered, practical and quietly beautiful.
Alongside our objects, we create experiences that invite you to make, discover and connect with Japanese culture, from furoshiki wrapping and kintsugi to hands-on workshops and seasonal events.
Ultimately, Cotton & Washi is about the things we use every day, and the feeling they can create.
Useful things. Beautiful things. Little things that make everyday life feel a bit more yours.
Welcome to Cotton & Washi.
With love,
Saya
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Supporting YoungMinds UK
YoungMinds UKAt Cotton and Washi, we believe every child and young person deserves access to mental health support when they need it most. That's why we're proud to support YoungMinds UK, a charity working towards a future where no young person feels alone with their mental health.
A portion of every purchase, along with funds raised through workshops and events, will go directly to YoungMinds UK throughout the year- no matter the amount. Together, we can help create brighter, more supported futures for young people.
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Sustainability
Our PromiseWe believe sustainability starts with the everyday.
At Cotton & Washi, we’re drawn to things that are useful, thoughtfully made and designed to be used again and again. From reusable Cotton Wraps to tree-free Washi paper, we choose products and materials with longevity and waste in mind.
It’s not about being perfect. It’s about making thoughtful choices, using what we have, and finding simple ways to do things a little differently.
