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Fans were traditionally used in Japan by both men and women. The earliest fans, introduced to Japan from China via Korea, had a variety of purposes: ceremonial, decorative or utilitarian. Although frames were usually made out of bamboo, ivory was found at the hands of the wealthy. |
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