Japanese landscape umbrella

Parasols have always been in Japan, very refined and very trendy accessories which made their first appearance more than a thousand years ago because they were imported from China during the Asuka period (538-710). In the same way as masks or fans, parasols are ancestral objects which have survived the eras of Japan over hundreds of years and which have seen their craftsmanship perfected from generation to generation. Although today parasols are no longer seen as much as before because new modern accessories have appeared such as caps, sunglasses or parasols, the parasol still remains a fashion accessory today. very stylish and very effective anti-UV protection from the Sun or even a few drops of rain.

At the very beginning, on the Japanese archipelago, parasols were exclusively reserved for the nobility and the Imperial court. Just as Japanese fans were, parasols like this Japanese Landscape Umbrella were seen as luxury objects which demonstrated a certain admission into the aristocracy of the time. However, umbrellas have spread across different social strata of society. A real craft then gradually saw the light of day 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 very specialized know-how was then slowly built up. but surely. Some traditional Japanese arts even welcomed parasols, such as kabuki theater or prints which integrated them into many paintings.

Where to wear this Japanese umbrella?

More recently, the advent of plastic as a material has more or less broken this traditional and antique side of the parasol, making it a basic object produced in large quantities and at lower cost. However, this is not the case for this Japanese Landscape Umbrella with its oiled paper frame which represents 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 still be stupid 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

It is certainly in summer that you will most often take out this Japanese Landscape Umbrella and it is also possible that you take it with you during a walk by the sea. Its primary function is to protect you from the Sun's rays, Unless you live in Africa all year round, summer remains the period when the Sun and the heat are most present. Therefore, what is said is indirectly said to be a beach for those who are lucky enough to live by the sea or go there on vacation.

Although parasols certainly remain the most common objects for sunbathing without worries, parasols are in reality also very effective. Although they are most often held by hand like umbrellas, this Japanese Landscape Umbrella can very well be planted in the sand to finally get some fresh air and read or rest in complete peace. It will also go very well with women's summer clothes such as a dress, a skirt and even pants for a more formal style.

At the camping

It is true that when you are at the campsite, which is still a very popular holiday destination, you often experience 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 nowadays to protect yourself from the Sun, hats, caps, sunglasses and parasols are the most popular items. But unlike these, this Japanese Landscape 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.

Indeed, parasols, unlike other accessories, were a luxury item even before protecting them from the Sun. Therefore, unlike traditional parasols, this Japanese Landscape 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 do not protect yourself against the Sun and this Japanese Landscape Umbrella is a good way to overcome this problem.

In addition, gardens still remain a very respected place in Japan today 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 having a Japanese parasol while walking in a garden is an excellent way to get used to the Zen way of life of the Japanese.