Japanese umbrella birds

On the archipelago of the Land of the Rising Sun, parasols are considered very refined and trendy objects which have their origins more than a thousand years ago given that they were imported from China during the Asuka period (538 -710). In the same way as masks or even fans, these are objects which are part of the history of Japan because they have survived the ages for hundreds of years and which have seen their craftsmanship improved 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 parasols, the parasol still remains a very elegant and very effective anti-UV fashion accessory to protect yourself from the Sun or even a few small drops of rain.

At the very beginning, in Japan, parasols were even accessories reserved for the nobility and the Imperial court. Just as Japanese fans were, parasols like this Japanese Bird Umbrella were seen as luxury objects which symbolized a certain admission into the high society of the time. However, umbrellas have spread throughout the archipelago. An authentic craftsmanship then developed as was the case 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 an exceptional know-how was then built up slowly but certainly. 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?

Nowadays, the arrival of plastic as a material has more or less broken this traditional and antique side of the parasol, making it an ordinary object produced in large quantities and at lower cost. However, this is not the case for this Japanese Bird Umbrella with its oiled paper frame which embodies the umbrella culture in Japan with its traditional motifs. But given that parasols are not necessarily the summer objects most in the spotlight in recent years, we wanted to offer you some opportunities that would be good for bringing these traditional Japanese accessories back into your spring summer collection. ready to wear. It would indeed be a shame to see these objects lost permanently 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 favorable season to take out this Japanese Bird Umbrella by the sea. Its primary function is to cover you from the Sun's rays, unless you live in Africa all year round, in summer remains the season when the Sun and the heat are most present. Therefore, who says summer indirectly implies beach if you are one of those who are lucky enough to enjoy the sea during your vacation, even better if you live there all year round.

Although parasols undoubtedly remain the most popular accessories for worry-free tanning, parasols are in reality also powerful allies. Even if it is essential to hold them in the hand just like umbrellas, this Japanese Bird Umbrella can very well be sunk into 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 certain that nowadays to protect yourself from the Sun, hats, caps, sunglasses and parasols are the most used objects. But unlike these, this Japanese Bird Umbrella has the advantage of not only being a heat protector but also a refined fashion accessory that can be worn very easily with a short-sleeved shirt or a handbag.

Parasols being in fact initially fashion accessories, unlike other accessories, were even before protecting them from the Sun a luxury object. Therefore, where parasols and other modern tools will only serve to be functional objects, this Japanese Bird 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

Since not everyone has the chance to go camping or to the sea during their vacation, public parks or even private gardens remain a good way to enjoy nature and a little nature. fresh air. However, the heat is quickly felt when you are not protected and this Japanese Bird Umbrella is a good way to overcome this problem.

Furthermore, gardens still remain today in the Land of the Rising Sun as something very respected because they are Zen spaces in which we stroll and relax and in which we even indulge in meditation from time to time. If landscapers around the world are inspired by it, it is indeed no coincidence. Therefore putting on a Japanese parasol while strolling in a garden is an excellent way to get used to the Zen way of life of the Japanese.