Old Japanese umbrella

In Japanese culture, parasols are very refined and trendy objects which have their origins more than a millennium ago since they were imported from China during the Asuka period (538-710). Just like masks or even fans, these are traditional objects which have survived the ages for hundreds of years and which have seen their craftsmanship perfected from generation to generation. Even if today parasols are less present in everyday life because new modern accessories have appeared such as caps, sunglasses or even parasols, the parasol still remains today an anti- Very elegant and very effective UV protection to protect yourself from the Sun or even a few drops of rain.

Originally, on the Japanese archipelago, parasols were even accessories reserved for the nobility and the Imperial court. In the same way as Japanese fans were, parasols such as this Ancient Japanese Parasol were luxury objects which symbolized a certain admission into the aristocracy of the time. But over time, umbrellas have become popular across the different social strata of society. A real craftsmanship then developed in the same way as for masks. We have thus seen the emergence of umbrellas with increasingly elaborate colors and styles and for good reason, numerous umbrella manufacturers appeared following the democratization of these and a unique know-how was then built up. little by little. Parasols even found a place in different types of Japanese arts and were fully integrated into kabuki theater or even as an accessory in the different representations of Japanese prints.

Where to wear this Japanese umbrella?

More recently, the arrival of plastic as a material has more or less broken this traditional and ancestral side of the parasol, making it a banal object produced en masse and at lower cost. But this is not the case with this Old Japanese Umbrella with its oiled paper frame which embodies the umbrella culture in Japan with its traditional motifs. But due to the decline in popularity of parasols in general, we wanted to offer you some opportunities that would be good to bring these traditional Japanese accessories back into your spring summer ready-to-wear collection. It would indeed be a shame to see these objects disappear forever when umbrella makers have been taking turns to preserve this craft for more than a millennium.

To the beach

Naturally summer will be the most suitable season to take out this Old Japanese Umbrella by the sea. Its primary function is to protect you from the Sun's rays, unless you live in Africa all year round, the Summer remains the season when the Sun and the heat are most present. Therefore, what we say is indirectly said beach for those who are lucky enough to live by the sea or go there on vacation.

Even if parasols undoubtedly remain the most popular objects for sunbathing in peace, parasols are in reality also very effective. Although they are most often held by hand like umbrellas, this Old Japanese Umbrella can just as easily be planted in the sand to be able to read or rest sheltered from the Sun. It will also go very well with women's summer clothing such as a dress, a skirt or even pants for a more formal style.

At the camping

Camping remains a popular holiday destination which is often characterized by strong heat, whether you are at the local swimming pool or on your terrace at the mobile home. As mentioned above, it is obvious that today to protect yourself from the Sun, hats, caps, sunglasses and parasols are the most popular accessories. But unlike these, this Old Japanese Umbrella has the advantage of being beyond its primary function of protecting you from the Sun, a refined fashion object that can be worn very well with a short-sleeved shirt or a bag. by hand.

Indeed, parasols, unlike other accessories, were a luxury item even before protecting them from the Sun. Therefore, unlike traditional parasols, this Old Japanese Umbrella will also allow you to wear it with a matching outfit and give a personal touch to your summer clothing style.

During a walk in a park

For those who don't have the chance to go to the beach or on a camping vacation in summer, public parks or even private gardens remain a good way to enjoy nature and a little fresh air. . However, the heat is quickly felt when you are not protected and this Old Japanese Umbrella is a good way to overcome this problem.

In addition, gardens still remain something very respected in Japan today because they are Zen spaces intended for walking and relaxing or even meditating. It is no coincidence that landscapers around the world are inspired by it. Therefore, putting on a Japanese parasol while strolling in a garden is a good way to get used to the Zen way of life of the Japanese.