Translation guide
A folding fan used in formal or ceremonial contexts in Japan, such as tea ceremony, Noh theater, or traditional dance.
A folding fan used in formal Japanese settings, often as an accessory or prop.
General term for a folding fan, commonly used in ceremonies, tea ceremony, and traditional dance.
In tea ceremony, we use a folding fan.
A folding fan specifically for traditional Japanese dance (Nihon buyō).
She dances while opening a dance fan.
A folding fan used in celebratory ceremonies, often with auspicious designs.
They display ceremonial fans at the wedding.
A folding fan used as a prop in Noh performances.
A fan specifically designed for Noh theater, often with restrained decoration.
The Noh actor picks up the Noh fan.
A small folding fan placed in front of the knees during tea ceremony as a gesture of respect.
A small fan used in tea ceremony, often called 'chasen' but distinct from the tea whisk.
Place the tea fan in front of your knees.
The word '扇子' (sensu) alone can mean any folding fan. To specify ceremonial use, add context like '茶道の扇子' (tea ceremony fan) or '能の扇子' (Noh fan).