和わ傘がさ

noun

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

• 京きょう都との職しょく人にんが作つくった和わ傘がさはとても美うつくしい。

  The Japanese umbrella made by a Kyoto artisan is very beautiful.

• 茶さ道どうの席せきでは和わ傘がさが飾かざられることがある。

  Japanese umbrellas are sometimes displayed at tea ceremony gatherings.