Other Crafts
Kyoto Folding Fans
京扇子
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Elegant folding fans from Kyoto used in traditional dance, tea ceremony, and court ritual. Handcrafted from bamboo ribs and washi paper painted with classical motifs, they are symbols of refined Japanese culture.
| Japanese Name | 京扇子 |
|---|---|
| Category | Other Crafts |
| Prefecture | 京都 (京都) |
| Region | 京都市、宇治市、亀岡市、南丹市 (京都市、宇治市、亀岡市、南丹市) |
| Main Products | 招涼持ち扇（しょうりょうもちおうぎ）、儀式扇、芸事扇、飾り扇 |
| Designated | October 14, 1977 |