{"product_id":"spring-embroidery-vintage-folding-fan","title":"\"Spring Embroidery\" Vintage Folding Fan","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a vintage Japanese folding fan (\u003ci\u003esensu\u003c\/i\u003e in Japanese). See videos below on how the paper version of these fans are made - it's quite an elaborate and precise process. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDelicate and refined, this elegant Japanese folding fan features airy woven fabric adorned with beautifully embroidered cherry blossom branches in soft pinks. Intricately pierced bamboo guards add another layer of craftsmanship, while the matching embroidered storage sleeve, presentation box, tassel, and original paperwork make this a wonderful collector's set or thoughtful gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe set is inscribed with \u003cem\u003eHakuchikudo\u003c\/em\u003e which is a renowned Kyoto fan maker. The enclosed literature explains that Hakuchikudo was founded in 1718 in front of Nishi Hongan-ji Temple in Kyoto, and describes the traditional handcrafting process, noting that a folding fan passes through more than 50 individual steps performed by skilled artisans. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boxed Set with Paperwork","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54285161857337,"sku":"0726fan15","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/4560\/2105\/files\/IMG_5239.jpg?v=1785430447","url":"https:\/\/kyotokimono.com\/products\/spring-embroidery-vintage-folding-fan","provider":"Kyoto Kimono","version":"1.0","type":"link"}