GUNBAI - Wooden Japanese Fan

The gunbai (軍配; short for gunbai-uchiwa (軍配団扇)) is a type of signal baton and Japanese war fan. Historically, it was wielded by military leaders (such as the daimyo) and priests, but today it is used by sumo referees.

Description:
This is a sumo gunbai from the Shōwa period (about 50 to 100 years old) and bears the inscription: "Enka Taihei 天下泰平, and "Ichimi Seifu."

"Enka Taihei" means "peace and stability throughout the country" in Japanese.

"Ichimi Seifu" refers to "a pure and healthy environment, as if a fresh breeze is blowing through a group or place" in Japanese.

Specifications:
Type: Fan
Country of origin: Japan
Period: Shōwa period (1926-1989)

Dimensions:
Width 18.1 cm
Depth 2.2 cm
Height 32.7 cm
Total weight: 230 g

Condition of the fan:
Considering its age, the fan is still in very good condition. See the photos for details, and for further questions you can always send me a message.