Tsujikura "Kiwami" Snake-eye Pattern/Kutani/Deep Red

These Japanese umbrellas are crafted using rare "Kurotani Washi," which was designated as a Kyoto Prefectural Intangible Cultural Property in 1983.

■Kyoto "Kurotani Washi" × Kyoto "Wagasa-ya Tsujikura"
A traditional craft protected and nurtured over a long history.
Kurotani Washi, from the papermaking village of Ayabe, Kyoto, is an extremely rare paper made entirely by hand by craftsmen, one sheet at a time.
Known for its durability and longevity, it is even used in the restoration of cultural properties for its ability to withstand long-term preservation.
Expert craftsmen at Tsujikura have carefully taken the time to craft this rare Kurotani Washi into a Janome (bullseye) umbrella.
We bring you a superb masterpiece born from the collaboration between "Kyoto Kurotani Washi" and "Kyoto Wagasa-ya Tsujikura."

■Tsujikura "Kiwami" Janome Pattern
The Janome pattern has been considered since ancient times to "protect against misfortune and invite good luck."
It is a classic Japanese umbrella pattern that represents Japan.
While carrying the meaning of warding off evil, it combines dignified beauty with durability.

■-Benisae-
Benisae is a color tone characterized by a clear, vibrant red base that stands out without any muddiness.
While retaining the natural texture of the paper fibers, the deep red core stands out clearly, creating a dignified impression. Though it glows brightly when illuminated, it never appears gaudy,
revealing different depths and vibrancy depending on the angle and distance.

A shade of red that possesses a sense of celebration and splendor, yet maintains a certain disciplined poise.
It is a signature Tsujikura color, where the vibrancy shifts into elegance the more it is used.

≪Click here for more on the Kurotani Washi papermaking village in Ayabe, Kyoto≫

Specifications: Rain umbrella
Material: Kyoto Kurotani handmade washi paper, waterproofed
Color: Red and white tones
Decorative threads: Two-tiered silk thread
Ribs: 44 pieces of Madake bamboo (Shunkei lacquer finish)
Handle: Medake bamboo
Catch (stopper): Wood
Head piece (Kappa): Waterproof double-layered fabric
Total length: 74cm
Diameter: 105cm

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.
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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.)

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