This listing is a vintage Japanese folding fan (sensu in Japanese). See videos below on how the paper version of these fans are made - it's quite an elaborate and precise process. Dance fans are larger, wider, and sturdier than ones made for everyday use.

This Kyoto dance fan (Kyo-Sensu) captures the calm rhythm of nature with its graceful fern motif. Cream-colored fronds float gently across a field of pretty blue, their fine lines suggesting movement and lightness. The reverse side continues the design in opposite colors in beautiful harmony - blue ferns and white background. Crafted with smooth bamboo ribs and crisp folds, it offers both tactile and visual elegance. Presented in its original wooden box lined with red and labeled by Kyo-Sendo, one of Kyoto's esteemed fan houses.

These vintage Japanese fans are wonderful as wall accents or used as props in dance, photography, or ceremony. Beautiful for home or office display or as a thoughtful gift.