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August 30, 2016
9:00〜18:00 A sensu is used as an accessory for kimonos. The sensu originated from a round fan called an uchiwa, which was introduced from China over a thousand years ago. The sensu was created by the Japanese who improved the uchiwa. The sensu has ribs covered with Japanese paper. The ribs are generally made of bamboo, but they are also sometimes made of sandalwood, which is a quality aromatic wood. When opened the sensu becomes fan-shaped and when it is closed it is a compact bar. In addition to that this light fan can be carried anywhere, it is also an indispensable prop used for Japanese dancing and for comic storytelling which is called rakugo. A folding fan is also called a suehiro, which means that it widens towards the end and therefore symbolizes good fortune. Folding fans generally have pictures of pine trees, bamboo, Japanese plum (ume) trees, cranes, and tortoises drawn with colors such as gold, silver, red, and white to symbolize good fortune. A folding fan, for this reason, is indispensable and is used on various auspicious occasions. Folding fans are used as props and accessories and are also presented as commemorative gifts. Moreover, folding fans are often drawn as a motif of a decoration such as a painting for auspicious occasions.
9:00〜18:00 A sensu is used as an accessory for kimonos. The sensu originated from a round fan called an uchiwa, which was introduced from China over a thousand years ago. The sensu was created by the Japanese who improved the uchiwa. The sensu has ribs covered with Japanese paper. The ribs are gener…
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