Vintage Japanese Paper Uchiwa Fan

This is a Japanese vintage paper fan or Uchiwa. Uchiwa is a traditional fan tool typically made of wood or bamboo and paper in a flat paddle-like shape. This particular fan features the Heart Sutra (Hannya Shingyo), a major sutra in Japanese Buddhism. It is purple with gold characters and has gold foil on the outer edges. It is a compact size and can be displayed inside a Buddhist altar.   

• Purple, gold
• Paper, wood
• C1970
• Item weight: 11 grams 
• Packed weight: 161 grams
• Approx. 19 cm long x 11.5 cm wide
• Good condition considering age. Discoloration and stains. Gold foil missing in some spots. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos. 
• Acquired at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan

Shipping: Items will be shipped out via Japan Post Airmail airmail with tracking. EMS is also available. You can select the shipping method at checkout.  Please inquire about combined shipping. 

About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan.  If you have any questions please contact us.