This listing is a vintage Japanese folding fan (sensu in Japanese). See videos below on how 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.

Make an unforgettable impression with this luxurious double-sided Japanese dance fan, richly decorated with shimmering gold accents and vibrant traditional motifs. One side showcases blossoming cherry branches with fiery maple leaves, symbols of beauty, renewal, and the changing seasons, while the reverse features an elegant imperial cart surrounded by peonies, chrysanthemums, and seasonal flowers -- an image associated with classical court culture, prosperity, and refinement. Its bold colors and ornate design make it an exceptional display piece as well as a striking performance fan.

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.