Inspired by Hijikata Toshizo, the famous vice-commander of the Shinsengumi, this traditional-style Japanese Tessen Iron Fan combines late Edo-period history with the elegant form of a traditional Japanese folding fan. Measuring 8 Sun (24.2 cm / 9.5"), its compact size makes it suitable for display, collection, cosplay, cultural events, or use as a traditional-style hand fan.

Japanese hand fans have been used for centuries for both practical and decorative purposes, as well as symbols of elegance, status, and Japanese cultural tradition. This tessen features a strong iron-reinforced structure and a durable paper fan surface decorated with traditional Japanese-inspired artwork, creating a distinctive piece for enthusiasts of Japanese history, samurai culture, and the Shinsengumi.

Features

• Traditional Japanese Tessen (Iron Hand Fan)

• Inspired by Hijikata Toshizo of the Shinsengumi

• 8 Sun size

• Approx. 24.2 cm (9.5") in length

• Strong iron-reinforced fan ribs

• Durable decorative paper fan surface

• Traditional Japanese-inspired artwork

• Compact and easy to display

• Suitable for Japanese history and Shinsengumi collectors

• Ideal for home, office, dojo, or Japanese-themed decoration

Specifications

Inspired by Hijikata Toshizo

Hijikata Toshizo was the famous vice-commander of the Shinsengumi, the special police force active in Kyoto during the final years of the Tokugawa shogunate. Known for his strict discipline and loyalty to the Shinsengumi, he became one of the most recognizable figures of the late Edo period.

This tessen incorporates his name into a traditional Japanese fan design, making it an appealing collectible for those interested in Hijikata Toshizo, Shinsengumi history, Japanese sword culture, and the late Edo period.

Traditional Japanese Tessen Design

The tessen, or iron hand fan, is a distinctive Japanese fan style associated with samurai and martial arts culture. Its reinforced iron ribs provide a sturdy structure while retaining the elegant folding form of a traditional Japanese fan.

The decorative paper surface features Japanese-inspired artwork designed to capture the visual character of traditional Japanese culture.

Japanese Historical Display

The compact 24.2 cm (9.5") size makes this Hijikata Toshizo tessen easy to display in a home, office, dojo, or Japanese-themed collection. Its connection to the Shinsengumi and late Edo-period history makes it particularly appealing to Japanese history enthusiasts, Shinsengumi collectors, samurai fans, and martial arts practitioners.