🛍️ Mai-sendō Gion Store

The "Mai Sendō" direct sales store, which manufactures and sells new types of fans, is located in Gion, facing the picturesque Shijo Street, making it a perfect stop during sightseeing. The first floor features a variety of fans, as well as popular Japanese goods that make great souvenirs. The second floor is a painting experience area (reservation required). The store offers a wide range of fan types, including stylish summer fans, elegant dance fans, and decorative fans for display, catering to both functional needs and design preferences. There is a service for on-site name engraving (for a fee) on purchased fans, which is highly praised for gifts or souvenirs. The painting experience includes two options: "Traditional Painting" and "Simple Painting." The Traditional Painting experience involves completing everything from the draft to coloring with paint by yourself, followed by assembly and finishing by a master, with delivery approximately two months later (shipping costs apply). The Simple Painting allows you to color directly on a pre-assembled fan, which can be taken home the same day (note: groups of 10 or more cannot take their fans home the same day and will have them shipped the next day).

The directly operated store "舞扇堂" (Mai Sendou) sells original fans and Japanese miscellaneous goods. It offers a variety of uniquely styled fans. Fans purchased can have names engraved (for a fee; some products cannot be engraved). The fan painting experience requires a reservation in advance.