Japanese hand fans are a traditional accessory that have been used for over a thousand years. They are typically made of a bamboo frame, with a paper or silk covering that is decorated with various designs such as landscapes, flowers, or calligraphy.

There are many different types of fans. "Folding fans" are compact and can easily fit into a purse or pocket. Larger non-folding fans are often used in performances of traditional arts. Some fans have a unique shape or design, such as the "uchiwa" fan, which is popular during summer and is often especially important for the decoration on the round paper space. Uchiwa are a popular tool in Japan to advertise marketing- or policital campaigns, or themed and used to cheer on musical artists or sports clubs. 
All types of fans in our line-up are carefully selected and of high quality. They can be admired as a piece of art, by displaying them in a special stand. 

Handfans

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  • Traditional Folding Fan ANTHOLOGY WITH CRANES Traditional Folding Fan ANTHOLOGY WITH CRANES
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    Traditional Folding Fan ANTHOLOGY WITH CRANES

    This beautiful traditional hand fan represents a traditional Japanese painting with flying cranes, which beautifully shows the different levels of gradations possible with this traditional printing style.  The Benrido Atelier is a COLLOTYPE workshop...
    £22.88
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  • Modern Style Wooden Ball Uchiwa Fan Stand Modern Style Wooden Ball Uchiwa Fan Stand
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    INATO UCHIWA FANS

    Modern Style Wooden Ball Uchiwa Fan Stand

    This simple, yet beautiful stand for uchiwa is made from a special kind of bamboo called 'gomadake' (胡麻竹), which literally means “sesame bamboo”. The subtle coloring and fine grain of this particular type of bamboo, grown in Japan, give the...
    £6.86
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  • Traditional Folding Fan RAIJIN AND FUUJIN Traditional Folding Fan RAIJIN AND FUUJIN
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    Traditional Folding Fan RAIJIN AND FUUJIN

    This beautiful traditional hand fan represents a well-known historical Japanese picture of the "Wind God and Thunder God".  The Benrido Atelier is a COLLOTYPE workshop based in Kyoto, Japan and has mastered the art style since 1887. Their beautiful...
    £22.88
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  • Traditional Folding Fan SENGAI Traditional Folding Fan SENGAI
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    Traditional Folding Fan SENGAI

    This beautiful traditional hand fan portrays the signature painting of Japanese Monk "Sengai", which is often referred to as "The Universe". The hand fans are printed by COLLOTYPE, a unique printing method that was invented in France and...
    £22.88
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  • Uchiwa Fan with Yuzen Paper KATAZOME Light Blue Uchiwa Fan with Yuzen Paper KATAZOME Light Blue
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    Uchiwa Fan with Yuzen Paper KATAZOME Light Blue

    A traditional craft designated by Mie Prefecture that has been made as a souvenir for visitors to Ise Jingu since the Edo period. The round shape made up of finely chopped bamboo is unique to Hinaga Uchiwa. The technique of raising a three-dimensional...
    £12.58
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  • Uchiwa Fan With Yuzen Paper KATAZOME Red Uchiwa Fan With Yuzen Paper KATAZOME Red
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    Uchiwa Fan With Yuzen Paper KATAZOME Red

    A traditional craft designated by Mie Prefecture that has been made as a souvenir for visitors to Ise Jingu since the Edo period. The round shape made up of finely chopped bamboo is unique to Hinaga Uchiwa. The technique of raising a three-dimensional...
    £14.30
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  • IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - 3 Snowflakes

    IEDA PAPER ATELIER

    IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - 3 Snowflakes

    IEDA paper craft has been producing fine handmade Washi paper for over 128 years and are now run by the 4th generation; Manabu Ieda. Originally specialized in processing their paper for Japanese paper lanterns, Mr. Ieda realized that with the decrease in...
    £85.80
  • IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - 5 Snowflakes

    IEDA PAPER ATELIER

    IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - 5 Snowflakes

    IEDA paper craft has been producing fine handmade Washi paper for over 128 years and are now run by the 4th generation; Manabu Ieda. Originally specialized in processing their paper for Japanese paper lanterns, Mr. Ieda realized that with the decrease in...
    £85.80
  • IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - Chrysanthemum
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    IEDA PAPER ATELIER

    IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - Chrysanthemum

    IEDA paper craft has been producing fine handmade Washi paper for over 128 years and are now run by the 4th generation; Manabu Ieda. Originally specialized in processing their paper for Japanese paper lanterns, Mr. Ieda realized that with the decrease in...
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  • IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - Clovers
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    IEDA PAPER ATELIER

    IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - Clovers

    IEDA paper craft has been producing fine handmade Washi paper for over 128 years and are now run by the 4th generation; Manabu Ieda. Originally specialized in processing their paper for Japanese paper lanterns, Mr. Ieda realized that with the decrease in...
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  • IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - Flowers
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    IEDA PAPER ATELIER

    IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - Flowers

    IEDA paper craft has been producing fine handmade Washi paper for over 128 years and are now run by the 4th generation; Manabu Ieda. Originally specialized in processing their paper for Japanese paper lanterns, Mr. Ieda realized that with the decrease in...
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  • IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - Sakura

    IEDA PAPER ATELIER

    IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - Sakura

    IEDA paper craft has been producing fine handmade Washi paper for over 128 years and are now run by the 4th generation; Manabu Ieda. Originally specialized in processing their paper for Japanese paper lanterns, Mr. Ieda realized that with the decrease in...
    £85.80
  • IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - Ume Flowers
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    IEDA PAPER ATELIER

    IEDA Mino Washi Handmade Folding Hand Fan - Ume Flowers

    IEDA paper craft has been producing fine handmade Washi paper for over 128 years and are now run by the 4th generation; Manabu Ieda. Originally specialized in processing their paper for Japanese paper lanterns, Mr. Ieda realized that with the decrease in...
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  • Inato Hinaga Floral Beige Fragrance Uchiwa, KA-08 (M)
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    Inato Hinaga Floral Beige Fragrance Uchiwa, KA-08 (M)

    This unique traditional handcrafted Japanese fan does not only look incredible, but also smells great! The creative design includes a small opening on the top of the round handle, where the scented oil can be placed. The fan comes with a small bottle of...
    £14.30
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  • Traditional Uchiwa Fan with Matsusaka Cotton Traditional Uchiwa Fan with Matsusaka Cotton

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    Traditional Uchiwa Fan with Matsusaka Cotton

    A traditional craft designated by Mie Prefecture that has been made as a souvenir for visitors to Ise Jingu since the Edo period. The round shape made up of finely chopped bamboo is unique to Hinaga Uchiwa. The technique of raising a three-dimensional...
    £15.44
  • Traditional Bamboo Uchiwa Fan Stand Traditional Bamboo Uchiwa Fan Stand
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    Traditional Bamboo Uchiwa Fan Stand

    This simple, yet beautiful stand for uchiwa is made from a special kind of bamboo called 'gomadake', which literally means sesame bamboo. The subtle colouring and fine grain of this particular type of bamboo, grown in Japan, give the stand a delicate...
    £11.44
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  • Traditional Folding Fan BIRDS AND FOUR SEASONS Traditional Folding Fan BIRDS AND FOUR SEASONS
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    BENRIDO

    Traditional Folding Fan BIRDS AND FOUR SEASONS

    This beautiful art is drawn by Sakai Hoitsu, the founder of the Edo Rinpa school. As the name suggests, the picture scrolls depicting the flowers and birds of the four seasons are full of colorful colors and creatures, making it fun to watch.The hand...
    £17.16
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  • Traditional Folding Fan THE PINE TREES Traditional Folding Fan THE PINE TREES
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    Traditional Folding Fan THE PINE TREES

    ◆<Shorin-zu byobu> Hasegawa Tohaku ◆ Hasegawa Tohaku, Azuchi-Momoyama period, Tokyo National Museum collectionThis is originally a Japanese folding screen: The Pine Trees (松林図 屏風, Shōrin-zu byōbu) by the Japanese artist Hasegawa Tōhaku, founder of...
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