Green Japanese umbrella 'Midori'
Green Japanese Umbrella 'Midori' — Forest-Toned Wagasa Parasol
Midori — green in Japanese — connects directly to the country's natural landscape: the moss of temple gardens, the tea fields of Uji, the bamboo forests of Arashiyama, the mountain slopes that cover most of the country. Green in Japanese culture carries associations with growth, renewal, and the deep human connection to nature that runs through Shinto and Zen Buddhist traditions alike.
Green wagasa parasols historically appeared in specific contexts — tea gardens where they echoed the surrounding moss and foliage, summer festivals where they suggested forest coolness, and Buddhist temple grounds where their color paired with the robes of monks. The Midori draws on these traditional associations with a color that feels both grounded and quietly ceremonial.
Built with a bamboo handle using traditional wagasa craftsmanship, the umbrella spans 80cm and weighs 250g. The bamboo provides the characteristic natural feel and subtle flex of traditional Japanese parasol construction, while the eco-friendly approach respects the material traditions that define the wagasa form.
The Midori works beautifully for garden photography, tea ceremony settings, themed events, or as a distinctive everyday parasol. It pairs naturally with natural-material interiors — wood, bamboo, linen — and makes a striking decorative piece when displayed opened. A thoughtful gift for anyone drawn to Japanese natural aesthetics or understated color choices.
- Traditional craftsmanship
- Bamboo handle
- 80 cm diameter
- Lightweight: 250 g
- Eco-friendly design
Description
Green Japanese Umbrella 'Midori' — Forest-Toned Wagasa Parasol
Midori — green in Japanese — connects directly to the country's natural landscape: the moss of temple gardens, the tea fields of Uji, the bamboo forests of Arashiyama, the mountain slopes that cover most of the country. Green in Japanese culture carries associations with growth, renewal, and the deep human connection to nature that runs through Shinto and Zen Buddhist traditions alike.
Green wagasa parasols historically appeared in specific contexts — tea gardens where they echoed the surrounding moss and foliage, summer festivals where they suggested forest coolness, and Buddhist temple grounds where their color paired with the robes of monks. The Midori draws on these traditional associations with a color that feels both grounded and quietly ceremonial.
Built with a bamboo handle using traditional wagasa craftsmanship, the umbrella spans 80cm and weighs 250g. The bamboo provides the characteristic natural feel and subtle flex of traditional Japanese parasol construction, while the eco-friendly approach respects the material traditions that define the wagasa form.
The Midori works beautifully for garden photography, tea ceremony settings, themed events, or as a distinctive everyday parasol. It pairs naturally with natural-material interiors — wood, bamboo, linen — and makes a striking decorative piece when displayed opened. A thoughtful gift for anyone drawn to Japanese natural aesthetics or understated color choices.
- Traditional craftsmanship
- Bamboo handle
- 80 cm diameter
- Lightweight: 250 g
- Eco-friendly design
