Useful Information
About Paper Sizes & Weights
Paper Sizes
The paper arrives at Ollilypaperware in whole sheets and we cut them for you when we receive your order.
| Paper Origin | Whole Sheet | Half | Quarter | Eighth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese / Korean | 96 × 62 cm | 62 × 48 cm | 48 × 31 cm | 31 × 24 cm |
| Nepalese / Indian | 72 × 48 cm | 48 × 36 cm | 36 × 24 cm | — |
| Italian | 70 × 50 cm | 50 × 35 cm | 35 × 25 cm | — |
Sizes may vary, because these papers are handmade and/or handprinted in small workshops.
Paper Weights
| Paper Type | Weight (approx. g/m²) |
|---|---|
| Yuzen / Chiyogami | ~70 |
| Katazome | ~60–65 |
| Lacquered Yuzen | ~135–140 |
| Satogami | ~80 |
| Kozo Paper (plain) | ~45 |
| Cotton Paper | ~130–170 |
| Lokta | ~62–80 |
| Hanji (plain and printed) | ~25–32 |
| Hanji Thin | ~25 |
| Tissue Paper | ~12–17 |
| Cambridge Imprint | ~80 |
| Carta Varese | ~100 |
Most papers are handmade/handprinted, so exact weights may vary slightly.
Origami Sets
Our Origami squares are cut from full sheets in-house. The paper mixes we offer are unique, but slight irregularities are to be expected — and part of their charm. Custom cutting or special sets? Just get in touch!
Shipping
We ship your paper safely rolled in long boxes. Small orders (1–2 sheets) get extra protection with stronger paper. International orders are shipped in letter format boxes to prevent damage. Cutting takes 1–2 working days, with delivery in 5–25 days depending on your location.
Orders of whole Japanese or Korean sheets are sent via DHL with tracking.
Custom Orders
Looking for something special? Let us know — we might be able to help if you have a little time to wait.