Japanese Wooden Fan

This is a Japanese wooden fan or Uchiwa. Uchiwa is a traditional fan tool typically made of wood or bamboo and paper in a flat paddle-like shape. This particular fan is made of paper-thin slices of cedar wood collected from Koya, a place in western Wakayama Prefecture famous for the Buddhist temples on the mountain. This fan depicts a cut-out of a man standing on a raft moving down a river. The Kitayama River has been used for centuries for transporting lumber and guided further down the river much like the image shows. Now, it is a popular tourist activity.

• Brown, black
• Wood (cedar)
• Kanji on fan: Koya cedar, Koyasan
• C2000
• Item weight: 229 grams 
• Packed weight: 500 grams
• Approx. 39.5 cm long x 21.5 cm wide
• Good condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos. 
• Acquired in the famous Osu Antique Fair in Nagoya, Japan

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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.