Kyoto Fan: Cypress Fan

folding fan originated in Kyoto.

Their history is ancient, dating back to the Heian period.

It is said that the first fan, the “hinogi-ogi,” was created by binding together wooden slips that had been used as a substitute for writing paper during the Heian period, when such items were considered precious.

One such fan, inscribed with the year “Genkei 1” and discovered within the arm of the Thousand-Armed Kannon statue at Tō-ji Temple, is considered Japan’s oldest hinogi-ogi.

We hope you will cherish this fan for many years to come, letting your thoughts wander back to the distant Heian period.

Cypress Fan “Flower Cart” (Kano School)

This cypress fan is an original piece crafted from thin cypress panels, featuring a “Flower Cart” design created by combining the latest techniques in modern maki-e with the craftsmanship of Kyoto artisans. It is based on a “Flower Cart” motif painted by a Kano-school artist in the early Edo period

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"Flower Cart" by the Kano School

Cedar Fan "Weeping Cherry"

This cypress fan is an original piece crafted from thin cypress wood, featuring a “weeping cherry blossom” design created by combining the latest techniques in contemporary maki-e with the craftsmanship of Kyoto artisans. It is inspired by the

“weeping cherry blossoms” of Kyoto.

Weeping Cherry Tree

Hinamatsuri Dolls' Cypress Fan

The dolls in the Hina doll display also hold hinogi fans. However, since hinogi fans themselves are heavy, versions made of paper and bamboo were developed to make them easier to carry. They also appear in Heian-period picture scrolls.

For more detailed information on hinogi-ogi—including its history, shape, and the etiquette associated with using them in the past—please see here (link to Wikipedia page).

Please feel free to contact us.

The cypress fans are displayed in the showcase at Ibasen store. If you have any questions

, please feel free to contact us at the address below.

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Nihonbashi-Kobunecho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
103-0024 TEL: 03-3664-9261 Email: info@ibasen.com

Hinoki fan, wooden stand, in paulownia box

Hinoki FanIbasenHinoki fans for gift-givingfolding fan22cm stand and a large paulownia box are included. Comes with a 22cm stand and a large paulownia box

Ideal as a gift as well as an indoor point of interest decoration.folding fanThree types of decorations Three types: "Hanaguruma", "Kohaku Ume", and "Shidarezakura" Material: Wood (Japanese cypress)

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Cypress Fan "Flower Cart" (Kano School), with Wooden Stand and Paulownia Box

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Japanese Cypress Fan "Weeping Cherry Blossom", wooden stand, in paulownia box

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Rs. 150,100.00
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