- Description
- CREATORS INFO
A Kyoto folding fan with a cool gourd drawn in gold and a vine entwined with it.
The design is simple yet memorable at first glance, and is hand-painted one by one.
The gourd is considered auspicious because of its expansive shape, and has been widely used as an amulet to ward off disasters and to ward off evil spirits.
It is also said to be a symbol of prosperous business, as the vine entwining things captures people's hearts.
The ribs are made of bamboo harvested from the Adogawa River in Shiga Prefecture, and the character for “Kyo” is carved open.
Product specifications
| Product name |
summer fan gourd
| Material |
Japanese paper, bamboo
| actual size |
about 22cm
| Package |
paper box
| Handling Precautions |
Do not get wet.
| Delivery date |
If in stock: We will respond on the same day.
If there is no stock: It will take about 2 months.
Onishi Kyosendo
A long-established fan shop founded during the Tenpo era (1830-1843).
Located near Sanjo Ohashi Bridge, the end point of the Tokaido road, the shop has long served as a supplier of temple fans to the head temples of various sects, including Myoshinji, Chion-in, and Nanzen-ji. In addition, due to the location attracting many domestic and foreign tourists, We began to handle all types of fans, including those for tea ceremonies and general use. was.
The original summer fan "Rakufu Sensu" is popular for its elegant design that Onishi Kyosendo is proud of.