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Japanese non-folding fan uchiwa in paper and plastic pattern Morning Glory, ASAGAO, 34.5x24.3 cm

Width 24,3 cm
Length 34,5 cm
Compositions plastic
Product origin made in Japan
Colour purple

Japanese non-folding uchiwa fan in paper and plastic with Morning Glory pattern, ASAGAO, 34.5 x 24.3 cm

Uchiwa (団 扇) designates a fan of oval, round or square shape, with a fixed handle, so it is not foldable. It has been around for a very long time in Japan.

The uchiwa is a summer accessory but can be found in all situations and all categories. It is not uncommon to receive plastic advertising uchiwa, distributed free of charge in the streets. There are some, simply covered with white paper, to decorate yourself. It even became a collector's accessory