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traditional Japanese umbrella; Japanese paper umbrella
A traditional umbrella made with a bamboo frame and Japanese paper (washi), coated with oil for waterproofing. Distinguished from Western-style umbrellas (洋傘).
和傘を差す。
To hold up a Japanese umbrella.
京都の土産に和傘を買った。
I bought a Japanese umbrella as a souvenir from Kyoto.
赤い和傘が庭に飾られていて、とても風情がある。
Red Japanese umbrellas are displayed in the garden, creating a very elegant atmosphere.
USAGE:
和傘 contrasts with 洋傘 (Western umbrella). In modern Japan, 和傘 are primarily decorative or used in traditional arts, tea ceremonies, and festivals rather than as everyday rain gear.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 和傘を差す (to hold up a Japanese umbrella)
- 和傘を開く (to open a Japanese umbrella)
- 番傘 (a common type of plain Japanese umbrella)
- 蛇の目傘 (bull's-eye pattern umbrella)