Kokura Ori Cotton & Bamboo Fan
扇子セット
A Kokura-ori foldable fan produced in Fukuoka Prefecture.
This handcrafted sensu (hand-held folding fan) is made by KOKURA SHIMA SHIMA INC. from Kokura-ori, a textile of Kitakyushu with a long history. Woven with pre-dyed yarns and a proportionally higher number of warp threads, the fabric has a supple texture and a silky sheen. The striped design is versatile and suits both everyday wear and kimono. The lightweight bamboo frame, folding mechanism and carry case make it easy to carry.
Textile artist Tsuiki Noriko established KOKURA SHIMA SHIMA INC. to revive and develop this craft. Today, the company creates work ranging from fashion and accessories to architectural installations.
Available in Pink and Navy.
40 × 22 cm
100% Cotton, Bamboo
Kyūshū and Okinawa
This is Japan’s south-west region including the island of Kyūshū and the sub-tropical island chain of Okinawa. Kyūshū was an early centre of Japanese civilization, and offers many historic treasures, modern cities and volcanic natural beauty. It is home to the ports of Kagoshima, Nagasaki and Fukuoka, the porcelain manufacturing centre in Arita and the Tanegashima Space Center launch site.
