Japanese Lacquered Umbrella Parasol Vtg Wagasa Maigasa Geisha Paper Blue JK763 temple Some characters: 除災 josai protection

Some characters: 除災 josai protection from disasters

Tiger in the bamboo woods design

This two-panel kashigata mold is carved with the design of a small bunch of bananas

Design: Boar  (Zodiac symbol)

wooden gold stand

Japanese Lacquered Umbrella Parasol Vtg Wagasa Maigasa Geisha Paper Blue JK763 temple Some characters: 除災 josai protectionJapanese Maigasa Umbrella w Fabric Case Whether paired with a beautiful kimono or in the hands of an elegant Geisha, Japanese traditional umbrellas (wagasa) are a popular fashion accessory as well as an eye catching home decor piece. Maigasa, in particular, are used for performance by dancers. This vintage Japanese umbrella is covered in thick washi paper in a banded pattern of white and blue. The headpiece at the very top is a lacquered black cap.