Japanese sakura umbrella

On the Japanese archipelago, parasols are very refined and very chic accessories which made their first appearance more than a millennium ago given that they were brought by boat from China during the Asuka period (538-710 ). In the same way as masks or even fans, parasols are ancestral objects which have managed to survive the eras of feudal Japan over hundreds of years and which have seen their craftsmanship perfected from generation to generation. Although in our more modern times parasols are no longer seen as much as before because new modern accessories have appeared such as caps, sunglasses or even parasols, the parasol still remains an accessory today very elegant and very effective anti-UV fashion to protect yourself from the Sun or even a few drops of rain.

When they were made in Japan, parasols were even accessories reserved for the Japanese aristocracy and the Imperial court. Just as Japanese fans were, umbrellas like this Japanese Sakura Umbrella were seen as luxury objects that represented a certain admission into the aristocracy of the time. Nevertheless, umbrellas have spread across the different social strata of society. A real 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 exceptional know-how was then developed years later. years. 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 ancient part of the umbrella, making it an ordinary object manufactured in large quantities and at lower cost. However, this is not the case with this Japanese Sakura Umbrella with its oiled paper frame which represents 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 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

Naturally summer will be the most suitable season to take out this Japanese Sakura Umbrella by the sea. Its primary function being to cover you from the rays of the Sun, unless of course you live in Africa all year round, summer remains the season when we find the most Sun and heat. Therefore, what is said has been indirectly said to be a beach for those who are lucky enough to enjoy the sea during your vacation, even better than you live there all year round.

Even if parasols undoubtedly remain the most popular accessories for sunbathing in peace, parasols are in reality also very effective. Even if it is essential to hold them in the hand just like umbrellas, this Japanese Sakura Umbrella can very well 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 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 today to protect yourself from the Sun, hats, caps, sunglasses and parasols undoubtedly remain the most popular accessories. But unlike these, this Japanese Sakura Umbrella has the advantage of being, above its primary purpose of protecting you from the Sun, an elegant 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, unlike traditional parasols, this Japanese Sakura 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 to the campsite or the sea during their vacation, public parks or even private gardens remain a pleasant way to spend some time with nature and enjoy some fresh air. However, the heat is quickly felt when you do not protect yourself against the Sun and this Japanese Sakura Umbrella is a good way to overcome this problem.

Furthermore, 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 an excellent way to get used to the Zen way of life of the Japanese.