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.

Subtle yet luminous, this Japanese folding fan glows with a silvery wash that shifts with the light, recalling moonlit clouds or frost on winter fields. The folds of paper capture a delicate interplay of shadow and reflection, while the natural bamboo ribs add warmth and balance. Minimal design that speaks to the quiet elegance found in simplicity. The design is the same on both sides.

There are signs of age as the edges and pleats are starting to show some wear, but still quite usable and unique.

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.