Japanese umbrella; traditional Japanese umbrella
Refers to a traditional Japanese umbrella made of washi paper and bamboo, often used in tea ceremonies, traditional dance, or as a sunshade. Contrasts with 洋傘 (Western-style umbrella).
See also: 洋傘
The Japanese umbrella made by a Kyoto artisan is very beautiful.
茶道の席では和傘が飾られることがある。
Japanese umbrellas are sometimes displayed at tea ceremony gatherings.
Compound of 和 (wa, 'Japanese') + 傘 (kasa, 'umbrella'). The reading わがさ is a standard rendaku form.