Folding Fan / Fujin and Raijin

This fan combines the Japanese traditional beauty with a mysterious atmosphere.
This traditional fan is a gem of artisan skill by carefully handcrafted one by one.
The Fujin and Raijin depicted on the fan are the gods of wind and thunder in Japanese mythology, and their powerful presence lives on in the fan.

High-quality bamboo and Japanese paper are used to create a light and strong finish. When the fan is opened, the sacred image of the Wind and Thunder Gods unfolds, creating a beautiful Japanese atmosphere around you.
It makes a wonderful gift for a special occasion or as a wonderful accent for a room interior. A fusion of Japanese tradition and art, this fan creates a luxurious and prestigious atmosphere and will be special as a gift or for yourself.

Width：42cm
Length :25cm
Weight：40g

Bamboo
Japanese paper

KYO FUAN OMURA

"The Beauty of Use"

Without sacrificing the traditions and techniques cultivated by our predecessors, we use only the finest materials, hand-color each fan, and hand-paint the designs on each fan.
We are committed to making fans that will be loved and used for many years to come, keeping in mind the feeling of the fan in one's hand and its beauty when used.

ARTISAN STORY

Kyo Fuan Omura / Go Omura
All of our fans are hand-made that inheriting the tradition.
We are particular about the raw materials such as domestically produced bamboo and Japanese paper, and all designs are hand-painted.
We use our own environmentally friendly iron to create highly original products. We also continue to make new attempts, such as producing fans for left-handed people and challenging the world record in the number of fan bones.

ACHIEVEMENTS

・Recognized as a "Future Master Craftsman" of Kyoto City's traditional industries in 2020.

KYO SENSU / KYOTO FOLDING FANS

About 1,200 years ago / 800s / Heian Period (794–1185)

The folding fan is generally considered a Japanese invention, developing in Heian-period Kyoto from wooden hiogi fans and paper-covered bat-wing fans. It served court dress, poetry and gift exchange, then diversified for Noh, tea ceremony and dance, each tradition developing its own size, number of ribs and proportions.

For Japanese people, a folding fan is far more than a cooling device. In tea ceremony it helps define respectful personal space, while on stage it can represent a mountain, wave, cup or countless other objects. It survives today as a practical accessory, performance tool and prestigious gift.

Its compact mechanism is itself a remarkable design idea: a broad surface collapses into something almost stick-like. Japanese folding fans were later exported back through Asia and into Europe, where they became part of court fashion. A small portable object ended up influencing global material culture.

Individual Differences

As each piece is individually handcrafted, slight variations in color, pattern, shape, and texture may occur. These subtle differences are a natural characteristic of handcrafted works, making each piece truly unique. We hope you will enjoy these individual variations as part of the beauty and character of Japanese craftsmanship.

Production Time

If an item is not currently in stock, it may be made to order by the artisan. As each piece is carefully handcrafted, production may take several months depending on the item and the artisan's schedule. We appreciate your patience and understanding.