UCHIWA Japanese Fan - Willow with frogA frog repeatedly attempts to leap onto the drooping willow branches overhanging a ponda charming scene often found near rivers and watersides in Japan. Along the Shirakawa River in Kyoto, willows are especially iconic and much loved for their elegance. This uchiwa (traditional Japanese fan) is crafted using the sashie technique, where the handle is carefully inserted into the fan surface. The vivid collage made of washi paper captures a serene moment