Shibu Uchiwa Sensen von Kurikawa Shoten Christian Metzner urusiollackiert

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Plates and cups have been around for centuries - for a long time they have been industrially and mass produced

The washi papaer is water-resistant but not waterproof

The bowl was specially developed for incense but can of course put other things inside as well

Shibu Uchiwa Sensen von Kurikawa Shoten Christian Metzner urusiollackiertThe Shibu Uchiwa from Kurikawa Shoten is a hand crafted fan made in Kutami City, one of Japans three historic centers of uchiwa production. The tradition dates back to the 1600s, when a traveling monk introduced the craft from the famous fan making city of Marugame. The fans washi paper is coated with persimmon tannin, a natural treatment that strengthens the paper, protects it from insects, and develops a beautiful patina over time. Uchiwa from