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VILLAGE Report #Boshu Fans

The sunset over the sea of Minamiboso

VILLAGE Report vol.12 Chiba Prefecture | Boshu Uchiwa, Bamboo’s Natural Roundness Used as the Handle

Boshu Uchiwa is one of Japan’s three great uchiwa fans, alongside Kyo Uchiwa and Marugame Uchiwa. In 2003, it became the first craft in Chiba Prefecture to be designated a national traditional craft. We read about Minamiboso handwork that uses round bamboo as the handle, based on official prefectural materials.

VILLAGE Report vol.12 Chiba Prefecture | Boshu Uchiwa, Bamboo’s Natural Roundness Used as the Handle

Boshu Uchiwa is one of Japan’s three great uchiwa fans, alongside Kyo Uchiwa and Marugame Uchiwa. In 2003, it became the first craft in Chiba Prefecture to be designated a national traditional craft. We read about Minamiboso handwork that uses round bamboo as the handle, based on official prefectural materials.