Kyo-sensu　Japanese folding fan in Paulownia box

Kyoto prides on long history in Japan. Kyo-sensu which was born in Kyoto, has been loved more than 1200years in Japan, “Kyo-sensu” is well known as one of the traditional crafts today. “Kyo-sensu” is made only with Japanese originated materials especially in Kyoto prefecture. Only products which are produced by following more than 88 processes by skillful meisters in Japan can be called “Kyo-sensu”. The paper of material is coated and dyed by squeezed astringent persimmon several folds in a traditional way. Accordingly, the paper is excelling in reinforced, waterproof, and antisepsis. Whenever “Kyo-sensu” used the color add richness little by little. Amount of building frames which are made by fine quality bamboo are superior to common “Sensu-fan”. “Kyo-sensu” is pliant and brings to you a cozy wind. Because the characteristic of bamboo is different one by one, the feature of “kyo-sensu” is richer. Llongtime use would make it more attachment. A braided cord is called “Kyo kumihimo”, made by pure silk, is attached at the end of “Kyo-sensu”, called a core point. When pick up “Kyo-sensu” from an accompanying bag for “kyo-sensu” which is convenient for carrying and keeping, a braided code makes you brilliantly. Because the shape of “Sensu” is spreading out, it is believed fortune item in Japan.”Kyo-sensu” is used for gift for any celebration and leading product at a life transition in Japan. Size: 21cm approx. (unisexed) 【Country of manufacture】 Japan Kyoto 【Dimensions】 Kyo-sensu：W28×D10×H210mm Bag：W45×H230mm Paulownia box：W110×D48×H245mm 【Material】 Kyo-sensu：Bamboo・Japanese paper・Silk Bag：Cotton