Wakakusa(Green/Pattern)/ Japanese Parasol EN Series

-Black bamboo wagasa-
This is a Japanese parasol made of natural materials, not only the black bamboo handle but also all the small parts.
The hajiki, which holds the umbrella open, is made of wood instead of metal.
Bamboo nails are used to connect each part.
The indescribable sound of the wooden hajiki is pleasant when the umbrella is opened, and the black bamboo feels comfortable in the hand.

-Striped Wakakusa-
Striped textiles were first introduced to Japan in earnest during the Muromachi period (1336-1573).
This Japanese parasol has a fresh impression with its young grass-colored striped pattern.
Katazome is one of the oldest of Japan’s diverse dyeing techniques, and is a technique that brings together a rich pattern expression and the delicate handwork unique to the Japanese.
After applying glue to the areas that are not to be dyed, colors are applied using a different color stencil for each color.
In the final process, the glue rises out of the washi in the water and the design becomes clear.

-“En”(to connect)-
The process of making a single wagasa involves a variety of craftsmen, including those who make the bones that form the framework, those who make the potter’s wheel that connects the bones, and those who make the Japanese paper.
Tsujikura’s craftsmen then turn them into a single Japanese umbrella.
Wagasa is created through relationships between people, and these relationships are further connected with customers, leading to the next generation.
We named Tsujikura’s Japanese parasols “En” with the meaning of “to connect”.
We will devote ourselves to making wagasa every day so that we can connect with people all over the world through “En”.

*Please note that these parasols may not be used in rainy weather.

Material:Japanese traditional paper ‘washi’
Color: Green/Pattern
Bone: Bamboo
Stretchers: 40
Shaft: Black Bamboo
Latch: Wooden
Length: About 80cm (about 31.5inch)
Diameter: About 85cm (about 33.5inch)
Weight: 260g

How to Use the Wagasa
When you walk carrying the closed umbrella, please grasp the head of the Wagasa, or for Janome please grasp the cord on the head, and for Bangasa please hold the leather strings bound around the head.

How to Open the Wagasa
The Wagasa may be difficult to open due to the waterproof grease on the Washi. Please lightly grasp the bottom of the runner at the bottom inside the umbrella, and slowly and carefully push to the top to open the Wagasa.

Shipping outside Japan differs according to region and weight.
Place the item in your cart, choose the region and the details will become available.

In the case of one Wagasa (2kg including packaging):

¥3,400~ Asia (Korea, Singapore, Thailand, etc.)
Oceania (Australia, New Zealand, etc.)
¥6,700~ North America (USA, Canada, etc.)
Europe (UK, Italy, etc.)
¥8,100~ Europe (Russia, Iceland, etc.)
South America (Argentina, Peru, Brazil, etc.)
Middle East (United Arab Emirates, etc.)

English site payment is by US dollars.

For each Japanese umbrella purchased, we will give you an original umbrella bag.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept requests for specific patterns. Thank you for your understanding. (The pattern in the image is an example.)

You are responsible for confirming that the product can be lawfully imported to the destination country.
When ordering from Tsujikura Online Shop, the recipient becomes the importer and must comply with all laws and regulations of the destination country.
Orders that are shipped to countries outside of Japan may be subject to import taxes, customs duties and fees levied by the destination country.
The recipient of an international shipment may be subject to such import taxes, customs duties and fees, which are levied once a shipment reaches your country.
Additional charges for customs clearance must be borne by the recipient; Tsujikura has no control over or relation to these charges and cannot predict what they may be.
Customs policies vary widely from country to country; please make sure you contact your local customs office for further information. When customs clearance procedures are required, delays can be caused beyond our original delivery estimates.