Japanese Sakura Dance Folding Fan – Black & Pink

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🌸 Product Description

This is a traditional Japanese dance folding fan (Mai-Sensu)

made in Kyoto, Japan, a city renowned for its rich history and refined craftsmanship.

Folding fans have been deeply connected to Japanese culture for centuries.

Their elegant forms and delicate designs are not only cherished in Japan but are also admired worldwide as symbols of Japanese tradition and aesthetics.

While folding fans are often associated with cooling during hot summers, they have long played an important role as props in traditional performing arts such as Noh, Kyogen, Japanese dance, and Kabuki.

They are also used in cultural practices like tea ceremony and incense ceremony, highlighting their wide range of cultural significance.

In addition to performance use, this fan is perfect as interior decor, bringing a refined Japanese atmosphere to your living space, studio, or collection.

🌸 Features

・Size: Approx. 11.5 in (29 cm)

・ Fan Surface: Paper

・ Fan Ribs: Bamboo

・ Production Area: Kyoto, Japan

・ Style: Traditional Japanese Dance Fan (Mai-Sensu)

⚠️ As this product is handmade using natural materials, there may be individual differences in the pattern and dyeing.

📦 Shipping Information

• Ships safely from Japan
• Fast & reliable international shipping
• Import duties, taxes, and customs fees are not included in the product price or shipping cost.
• Any applicable duties, taxes, or customs fees are the responsibility of the buyer and may be charged upon delivery.
• Customs regulations and applicable rates vary by country or region. For details regarding import duties, taxes, or other customs charges, please contact your local customs authority before purchasing.

🌸 History of Japanese Folding Fans (Sensu) (Quick Overview)

The Japanese folding fan, known as **sensu**, is widely believed to have been invented in Japan around the 8th to 9th century during the early Heian period. While some details of its earliest development remain uncertain, historical records and surviving artifacts indicate that the folding fan originated in Japan before later spreading to China and other parts of East Asia.

The earliest folding fans were made by binding together thin strips of wood with paper. At first, they were used mainly by members of the imperial court and aristocracy, serving not only as tools for creating a breeze but also as symbols of status and refinement. Fans were also used during ceremonies and as elegant accessories.

Over the centuries, folding fans became popular among samurai, merchants, and ordinary people. Different styles were developed for everyday use, traditional performing arts such as Noh and Kabuki, tea ceremonies, and seasonal festivals. Skilled artisans also began decorating fans with landscapes, flowers, birds, and scenes inspired by Japanese culture.

Today, the Japanese folding fan remains a symbol of traditional craftsmanship and elegance. Whether used for practical comfort, cultural performances, or as a decorative piece, a **sensu** continues to represent the beauty and artistry of Japan that has been appreciated for more than a thousand years.