Tsushima' Japanese Fabric Fan

Japanese Fabric Fan 'Tsushima' — Textile-Covered Sensu Design

Traditional Japanese fans were originally covered with washi paper, but over the centuries silk and other fabrics became popular alternatives — particularly for more formal fans used in tea ceremony, classical dance, and ceremonial contexts. Fabric sensu have a different aesthetic quality than paper versions: softer in the hand, more flowing in motion, with colors that read differently against woven material.

The Tsushima fabric fan carries this textile tradition forward. Named after the island that historically served as Japan's trading bridge to Korea and China, Tsushima evokes both cultural exchange and Japanese identity preserved across centuries. The fabric covering gives the fan a distinctive character — equally suited to formal or casual use.

Built with a wood structure and handcrafted construction, the fan measures 21cm high by 38cm wide when opened. The fabric covering stretches smoothly across the wooden framework, creating a clean surface that reads well both when the fan is in motion and when it's displayed stationary. Folds compactly for portable use.

The Tsushima works beautifully as a functional summer accessory, formal event fan, or distinctive decorative piece. Its textile construction makes it particularly well-suited to weddings, ceremonial occasions, or upscale Japanese-inspired interior settings. A thoughtful gift for anyone drawn to Japanese textile tradition or refined accessory design.

• Traditional folding fan (sensu) design
• Wood frame structure
• Handcrafted construction
• Dimensions: 21 cm high x 38 cm wide (open)
• Fabric covering for refined feel