Bask in the beauty of classic Japanese Hand Fans. Pronounced SENSU in Japanese, they"re not only used for cooling oneself off on a hot summer day, they"re also intended to bring life to your home. Perfect for home decoration, the allure of Japanese Fans is connected to their thousands of years of history. Look through our entire collection, each fan is made with a measure of style and quality that would be difficult to find in a local store.Countless Models to Choose From !!! The Japanese hand fans are an important symbol in Japan . They were used by warriors as a form of weapon, actors and dancers for performances, and children as a toy. In Japan fans are given to others as present and serve as trays for holding gifts. You would also find them sometimes used in religious ceremonies and events.The Japanese believes that the top of the handle of the fan symbolizes the beginning of life and the ribs stand for the roads of life going out in all directions to bring good fortune and happiness.