Japanese Umbrella 'Kimiko'
Japanese Umbrella 'Kimiko' — Refined Wagasa with Traditional Design
The name Kimiko — a classical Japanese female name meaning 'noble child' — evokes the refined world of old Japanese aesthetics: the courtly culture of the Heian period, the careful attention to beauty that shaped traditional Japanese arts, the quiet grace that defines the best Japanese craft objects. This umbrella honors that tradition of refinement applied to everyday form.
Traditional wagasa craftsmanship historically served wealthy households as well as common people, and the finer examples — the janomegasa umbrellas of Edo-period aristocracy — were considered serious decorative objects. Their design principles of balance, restraint, and craft integrity are the same principles that shape contemporary wagasa, including the Kimiko.
Built with a bamboo handle and traditional wagasa manufacturing, the umbrella measures 80cm in diameter at 250g total weight. The bamboo provides the characteristic natural feel of traditional Japanese parasol craft, while eco-friendly design choices respect the material traditions behind the form.
The Kimiko works beautifully for cultural occasions, photography, themed events, or as a refined everyday parasol. It also serves as a striking decorative piece when displayed opened in Japanese-inspired interiors. A meaningful gift for anyone drawn to refined Japanese aesthetics or traditional craft.
- Traditional craftsmanship
- Bamboo handle
- 80 cm diameter
- Lightweight: 250 g
- Eco-friendly design
Original: $35.00
-65%$35.00
$12.25
Description
Japanese Umbrella 'Kimiko' — Refined Wagasa with Traditional Design
The name Kimiko — a classical Japanese female name meaning 'noble child' — evokes the refined world of old Japanese aesthetics: the courtly culture of the Heian period, the careful attention to beauty that shaped traditional Japanese arts, the quiet grace that defines the best Japanese craft objects. This umbrella honors that tradition of refinement applied to everyday form.
Traditional wagasa craftsmanship historically served wealthy households as well as common people, and the finer examples — the janomegasa umbrellas of Edo-period aristocracy — were considered serious decorative objects. Their design principles of balance, restraint, and craft integrity are the same principles that shape contemporary wagasa, including the Kimiko.
Built with a bamboo handle and traditional wagasa manufacturing, the umbrella measures 80cm in diameter at 250g total weight. The bamboo provides the characteristic natural feel of traditional Japanese parasol craft, while eco-friendly design choices respect the material traditions behind the form.
The Kimiko works beautifully for cultural occasions, photography, themed events, or as a refined everyday parasol. It also serves as a striking decorative piece when displayed opened in Japanese-inspired interiors. A meaningful gift for anyone drawn to refined Japanese aesthetics or traditional craft.
- Traditional craftsmanship
- Bamboo handle
- 80 cm diameter
- Lightweight: 250 g
- Eco-friendly design
