The Hiten Round Fan: A Celestial Breeze
In the late 16th century, by the profound decree of the Emperor to nurture the cultural heart of Kyoto, the lineage of Komaruya began. Since then, each fan has been a "vessel of air and art," meticulously handcrafted by master artisans using sacred techniques that reach back to the 10th century. To hold a Komaruya fan is to touch a year of silent devotion, as the passage of seasons is woven into every delicate fold and frame.
This particular round fan depicts the Hiten—the celestial nymphs of Japanese lore. These divine beings, drifting through the heavens, are revered as "sentinels of protection," bestowing grace and safeguarding those beneath their gaze. Historically, each style of fan found its calling in the hands of a different soul—from the refined elegance of the Imperial Court to the stoic resolve of the Samurai and the fleeting beauty of the Geisha. Today, this masterful creation is more than an object; it is an invitation to welcome the serene spirit of Japan and a breath of celestial protection into your sanctuary.
Craftsmanship: Handcrafted over the span of a year, following a thousand-year lineage.
Dimensions: A presence of grace, designed to transform any space into a realm of beauty.
The Kyo Uchiwa: A Royal Breeze
Born within the Japanese Imperial Court, the Kyo Uchiwa is a masterpiece of structural elegance. Its distinctive beauty lies in the "insertion" technique, where the delicate fan face and slender handle are crafted separately and joined in a graceful union. To hold this fan is to invite the serene, royal breeze of ancient Kyoto into your hands—a legacy of a thousand years in every breath of air.
Vessel Dimensions: Height approx. 27 cm, width approx. 27.5 cm, total length approx. 41.5 cm.
