What is the difference between a fan, a folding fan, and an uchiwa fan? History of each and 6 recommended products
Fans and uchiwa fans are familiar to us all. They are all known as tools used to create a breeze by fanning with one's hands, but what exactly are the differences between them? This article explains the differences and history of fans, folding fans, and uchiwa fans. In addition, Ibasen, a long-established company, recommends fans, folding fans, and uchiwa fans.6Ibasen's recommended fans, folding fans, and uchiwa fans. If you are planning to buy a fan or an uchiwa fan, please keep in mind the differences in their characteristics.
Fan andfolding fan、round fanDifference between
First, let's look at the difference between a fan (ougi) and afolding fan(senzu), the difference between a fan and around fan(uchiwa), respectively. Let's also keep in mind the changes that have occurred in the language over its long history.
The difference between a fan and anfolding fanDifference between
Today, there is a difference between a "fan" and afolding fanare commonly used to mean almost the same thing. However, the word "fan" used to refer to any tool that was held in the hand and used to generate wind. In contrastfolding fanThe difference is that the word "fan" used to refer to a folding fan that could be carried around.
The difference between a fan and around fanDifference between
folding fanas well as the former "round fanwas also a tool for creating wind by fanning, and was included in the fan. However, nowadaysround fanis used separately from a fan. In the present dayround fanrefers to a bamboo frame to which Japanese paper or cloth is attached in a circular shape. A fan orfolding fanUnlike theround fancannot be folded.
Fans andfolding fan、round fanHistory of
Ougiyafolding fan、round fanwas born and how did it come to be what it is today? We will tell you the history of tools traditionally used in Japan.
The fan andfolding fanHistory of
fan shopfolding fanfoldable-shaped utensils, such as fans, originated in Japan in the early Heian period (794-1185). The first ones were called "hinoki-fan" and were made of wood. Hinoki fans were made of wood and bound with a hole punched in the end of a wooden letter, and mainly served as a notepad for men to write down courtly manners and etiquette. Gradually, hinoki fans came to be decorated with gorgeous colors and pictures, and eventually became popular among the women of the court. The hinoki fans held by women were called "Ano-no-Ougi" (formal name for a hinoki fan), and they were also favored as ornaments.
Later, the "kawahori-ogi," a paper fan with a bamboo frame and paper attached to one side, appeared. It is not certain when the bat fan was born, but it is known that modern fans andfolding fanThe shape of the fan is similar to that of a modern fan or a folding fan. The bat fan was exported to China, where it was transformed into a fan with paper pasted on both sides, and reimported to Japan, where it became widespread. This is how the modern fan orfolding fanIt is thought that this is how the modern fan or fan
round fanHistory of
round fanincludes the fan and thefolding fanhas a longer history than that of ancient China and Egypt,round fanIn ancient China and Egypt, there are records of the use of the fan and the fan-shaped fan. The tool used in China at that time was called "shades" and was shaped like a fan with a long handle. It was used by people of high rank as a symbol of authority. It seems that shades were used to hide the body and keep cool. Later, shades were introduced to Japan and have been excavated from remains from the Kofun period.
Recommended fans andfolding fan、round fan
Finally, we recommend the following fans andfolding fan、round fanto introduce you to some of our favorite fans and fans. Modern items come in a wide variety of designs and types, and many of you may use them in your daily life or hobbies. Please take a look at our selection guide.
Recommended Fansfolding fan
Fans andfolding fanis compact and easy to carry. It also makes the person using it look elegant when taking the cool air. It is also recommended for those who want to enjoy coordinating it with a kimono.
Edofolding fan No.15 Bakku go (horse nine going)Umakuiku）
Auspicious motif of nine horsesfolding fanIt is an auspicious motif of nine horses. It is an alliterative character meaning "all things will go well" or "everything will go well". The nine horses represent the nine fortunes of victory, money, success in life, family, love, health, prosperity in business, a good catch and a good harvest, and success in entrance examinations. All of the horses face left, which means "there is nothing to the right of the horse," and is also meant to increase one's luck in the game.
Shikebiki fanDouble-sided Pattern Purple [Reprinted in Japanese Gen-Urushi] with Paulownia Box and Bag 7.5
Shikebiki fanDouble-sided Pattern Purple, Paulownia Box with Bag 7.5cm
High-quality bamboo wood is coated with our original color scheme of Hon-Urushi lacquer and finished to a high quality.folding fanIt is of high quality. The purple fan with brushstrokes is finished by a traditional technique called "shikebiki". A fine quality suitable for an adult's attire.folding fanIt is recommended for those who are looking for a high quality fan that is suitable for adult wear. The accompanying pouch is beautifully embroidered with a shikebiki pattern. Please use it for carrying and storing.
Ukiyo-e Woodblock print fan, Ukiyo-e Fugaku Sanjurokkei Hokusai Kanagawa-oki Namiura Box &folding fanwith stand
A woodblock print is a letterpress print made from a wooden baseplate.IbasenHandled byfolding fanThe only woodblock prints in thefolding fanThis is the only woodblock print of its kind among all the prints handled by the company. The decorative fan from "Fugaku Sanjurokkei (Thirty-six Views of Mt. Fuji)," known as Katsushika Hokusai's masterpiece, is one of the most popular ukiyoe prints in Japan and abroad as "Kanagawa Okinamiura" with its powerful giant waves and Mount Fuji. The fan with its gorgeous design is also appreciated in gift-giving situations as an indoor decoration. Attachedfolding fanstand can be either wall-hung or stationary, so it can be displayed wherever you prefer. [1]
Recommendedround fan
Cool and chic impression.round fanThe Because of its air volume, it will be useful in many situations during the hot season. It is also perfect for carrying for scenes where you go out in yukata.
Edoround fanImasama 12 months, Toyokuni, Nakanatsu (May in the lunar calendar)
Painted by Toyokuni Utagawa Iround fanEdo with "Naka Natsu no Zu" from the series of "Konyo 12 Months" paintings.round fanThis is the first time that the painting was shown in Japan. Toyokuni Utagawa was a member of the Utagawa school and gained popularity for his paintings of actors and beautiful women. This item is the only one in existence.round fanThis item is based on a woodblock print of a painting that is still in existence, and was produced by the publisherIbasenThis item was printed and produced by the publisher, K.K.K., based on the existing woodblocks of the painting.round fanThe design is playful, with beautiful pictures on both sides of the front and back, utilizing a structure that is unique to the print. [2]
Edo period (1603-1867)round fanUkiyoe Hiroshige Snow
Ukiyoe by Hiroshige Utagawa, famous for his famous landmark paintings.round fanEdo in the painting "Edo Meisho Yukiround fanThis is the first time that the artist has painted a landscape painting of Edo. Utagawa Hiroshige is known for his many landscape paintings, including his masterpiece "The Fifty-three Stages of the Tokaido. The fan depicts two geisha walking through the town of Naka with umbrellas on a snowy day. Incorporating Western perspective, this ukiyoe boldly depicts the townscape of the time. It was printed byIbasenis the only surviving copy ofround fanThe prints were printed and produced based on the existing woodblocks of the picture. [3]
Edo fan, large full moon No.56
Edo Fans are handmade by craftsmen using a traditional method that has been used since the Edo period.round fanis made by splitting a single piece of bamboo, and has a cool appearance with the texture of natural materials. Each product is unique in its own way, with the pattern of each piece of fabric being different, so no two are exactly alike. You will enjoy the unique flavor of each one-of-a-kind item.
Fanfolding fan・round fanLet's choose the best one by keeping in mind the differences and characteristics of the
So far, we have discussed the differences between fan andfolding fan・round fanI have told you about the differences and history of the fan and the fan. In the modern age, a foldable and portable fan is called a "fan" or a "folding fan.folding fanThe one that cannot be folded and is made of Japanese paper or cloth is called "fan.round fanThe non-foldable ones, made of Japanese paper or cloth, are often called "fans. Both are hand-held tools for generating wind and are often used in daily life. Since the choice of which product to select depends on the intended use, it is important to keep the differences and features introduced above in mind and select a fan or a fan/fan that is suitable for your use.folding fan・round fanPlease keep in mind the differences and features we have mentioned and choose the fan or fan/fan that is best suited for your usage.