{"product_id":"japanese-awa-shijira-cotton-folding-fan-by-nagao-orifu","title":"Japanese Awa Shijira Cotton Folding Fan by Nagao Orifu","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful Japanese folding fan made with Awa Shijira, a traditional cotton textile from Tokushima on the island of Shikoku.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAwa Shijira is known for its softly rippled surface, called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshibo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The texture is created by weaving the warp threads at different levels of tension, then passing the finished cloth through hot water and drying it to bring out the fabric’s distinctive texture. The result is a light and relaxed textile with a lovely sense of movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis fan is made by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.awa-shijira.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNagao Orifu\u003c\/a\u003e, a long-established textile maker in Tokushima with roots dating back to 1897. The company handles the entire production process, from dyeing and weaving to the final finishing of the fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ntb5gtBHlWQ?si=QjKPSs196KHOKaWj\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe textured cotton fabric is paired with natural bamboo ribs to create a generously sized fan that is both practical and beautiful. It is easy to carry in your bag for warm summer days and also makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves Japanese textiles and traditional craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThree patterns are available:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKatsuo Stripe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA traditional Japanese stripe pattern featuring shades that move from dark to light. The name \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKatsuo-jima\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e comes from the changing tones seen along the body of a skipjack tuna.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Kasuri Stripe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNamed after \u003cem\u003ekasuri\u003c\/em\u003e, a traditional Japanese textile style known for its softly blurred and irregular patterns. Layered shades of blue with fine red and beige lines give this design a relaxed, summery character.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite Check\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA classic Japanese check pattern woven in fine charcoal-grey lines over a soft ivory-white background. Its pale colours and delicate design recall the cool, airy look of traditional summer kimono and yukata.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 100% cotton fabric and bamboo ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: Approx. 42 cm wide when open\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRib length: Approx. 23 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nagao Orifu","offers":[{"title":"Katsuo Stripe","offer_id":46932353122503,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue Kasuri Stripe","offer_id":46932353155271,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White Check","offer_id":46932353188039,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0541\/0727\/5463\/files\/japanese_indigo_sijira_hand_fan_9437.jpg?v=1785585331","url":"https:\/\/nagamochishop.com\/products\/japanese-awa-shijira-cotton-folding-fan-by-nagao-orifu","provider":"Nagamochi Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}