Japanese Flowering Fan 'Kuwona

Japanese Flowering Fan 'Kuwona' — Floral Motif Sensu Folding Fan

Japanese floral design follows specific seasonal rules. Each flower belongs to a particular season — sakura for spring, ajisai (hydrangea) for early summer, chrysanthemum for autumn, plum blossom for late winter. Wearing or displaying the right flower at the right time is part of Japan's deep aesthetic attention to seasons, a practice refined over centuries in everything from kimono design to tea ceremony to fan decoration.

The Kuwona flowering fan draws on this floral tradition, bringing seasonal botanical imagery into a portable accessory. Unlike Western floral design that often combines flowers without reference to season, Japanese floral fans typically feature specific flowers in carefully considered arrangements — less decoration, more meaning.

Built with a wood frame and handcrafted construction, the fan measures 21cm high by 38cm wide when opened. The traditional sensu proportions make it comfortable to hold and practical to use, while the floral design gives it clear visual identity when the fan is open. Folds compactly when not in use.

The Kuwona works beautifully for summer outings, traditional celebrations, wedding events, or simply as a cultural accent in daily life. It also serves as a decorative piece when displayed open in Japanese-inspired interiors. A meaningful gift for anyone drawn to Japanese floral tradition or seasonal aesthetic sensitivity.

• Traditional folding fan (sensu) design
• Wood frame structure
• Handcrafted construction
• Dimensions: 21 cm high x 38 cm wide (open)
• Floral motif decoration