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Boshu Uchiwa Making the Window

Masao Uyama, Uyama Kobo and Photo: Yasuhiro Ohkawa

Kyoto Women's University, Lifestyle Design Laboratory

Kyoto Women's University, Lifestyle Design Laboratory
Kyōto-shi, Japan

Making the Window

The strings are tied on each side of the “bow” of the uchiwa, then the ribs are spread into a fan-shape. By pulling on the strings, the arch of the bow is adjusted to make a beautiful symmetrical window.

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  • Title: Boshu Uchiwa Making the Window
  • Creator: Masao Uyama, Uyama Kobo, Photo: Yasuhiro Ohkawa
  • Rights: © Masao Uyama, Uyama Kobo
Kyoto Women's University, Lifestyle Design Laboratory

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