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Letterpress Envelopes (Two-Color) / Bitokuko

Letterpress Envelopes (Two-Color) / Bitokuko

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These envelopes are made using relief printing (letterpress). Relief printing is a method where a design is made into a raised block, like a stamp, and printed onto paper under heavy pressure using a press machine.Because ink is pressed directly into the paper, each print has its own unique texture—even when using the exact same color.

Much like stamping, only one color can be printed at a time, but by combining two colors and two printing plates, we have created a wide variety of patterns. Perfect for special letters, celebratory gifts, or cash envelopes for auspicious occasions.

Dimensions (mm):

  • Pochi-bukuro (Mini Money Envelope): 64 × 97
  • Nagagata No. 4 Envelope: 90 × 205
  • Nagagata No. 3 Envelope: 120 × 235
  • Western-style Envelope: 120 × 176

Available in sets of 5 or 10. Because combining different printing plates creates countless unique designs, specific patterns cannot be selected. Due to the characteristics of relief printing, slight ink bleeding or faintness may occur. Thank you for your understanding.

Bitokuko

Bitokuko is a paper product brand specializing in relief and letterpress printing. It is a collaborative project between COCHAE, a design unit based in Okayama, and Onishi Shoten Printing Department, founded in 1920 in Bizen, Okayama.

Onishi Shoten Printing Department

Founded in 1920 (Taisho 9) by Kan'ichi Onishi as a letterpress printing business. The company has evolved to meet changing industry needs, early on adopting Heidelberg presses and four-color printing presses.Alongside standard commercial printing, they specialize in letterpress, silk-screen printing, tags, tapestries,and custom bookbinding.

COCHAE

A design unit formed by Yosuke Jikuhara, Miki Takeda, and Saya Kanno (joining in 2020), operating under the theme of "designing playfulness."

In 2003, they began producing graphic origami with the concept of "making origami more pop!" Today, they engage in a wide range of activities, including developing toys and stationery with fresh perspectives,publishing, product planning, and exhibitions. Their origami puzzle "Funny Face Card" won the Japan Good Design Award (G-Mark) in 2008.

They have published numerous books, including the Ori-CA series (Seigensha) and Youkai Origami(Kodansha). Their work Cat Flip-Book (Seigensha) earned the Jury Special Award at the 2013 Book Design Competition, and Tonton Paper Sumo (KOKUYO WORK×CREATE) was selected as a Good Toy 2013. They also plan, edit, and design photo books, such as kokeshi book: Design of Traditional Kokeshi (Seigensha).
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