In Japan, the smooth side is typically called the front of the paper. Either side can be used for your art & printing based on your textural preference.
Hereof, can you inkjet print on rice paper?
Ripe rice paper. Due to its nature to control water, this paper is suitable for both laser or ink jet printer.
Also know, how do you decorate a cake with rice paper?
Is Japanese paper acid-free?
Japanese paper is ideal for interleaving, surface repair, surface protection, framing and doubtless many other conservation uses. Chlorine can remain in paper causing it to yellow over time, but provided no acidic elements have been used in the bleaching process, Japanese papers are acid-free.
What side of masa paper do you print on?
The Masa paper becomes a textured, and wrinkled paper, with random colors of the paint you dropped on it. You can then flatten the sheet out, and leave it to dry. Be sure to mark which is the shiny side before you crumple the paper, so you can use the shiny side to flatten the sheet out.