Japanese war fan - Wikipedia
The Japanese war fan, or tessen (Japanese: 鉄扇,てっせん, romanized: tessen, lit. '"iron fan"'), is a Japanese hand fan used as a weapon or for signalling. Several types of war fans were used by the samurai class of feudal Japan and each had a different look and purpose.
A Japanese Fan Became a Deadly Weapon in the Right Hands
2021年11月30日 · How can something as elegant and luxurious as a folding fan become a deadly weapon? The Tessen, a Japanese war fan, was one of the commonplace items that was disguised as a harmless accessory during feudal Japan.
Innocent-Looking Japanese War Fan - Surprise Weapon Used By …
2018年3月29日 · The Japanese war fan was a weapon produced in different shapes and sizes. It was often used in feudal Japan by people who wanted to be armed discreetly. The war fan was particularly popular among female ninja warriors.
Japanese war fan | Military Wiki | Fandom
A war fan is a fan designed for use in warfare. Several types of war fans were used by the samurai class of feudal Japan. Kunoichi (female ninja) used them also. They are also referred to as tessen (鉄扇, literally "iron fan(s)"). War fans were …
Tessen – Japanese War Fans – Dojo Directory
2024年2月12日 · Tessen, which literally means “iron fan”, originated in Japan during the feudal period. These fans were not used as cooling devices but rather as weapons. Tessen were used by Samurai warriors as a concealed weapon, especially by women warriors or “Onna-bugeisha.”
The Tessen: Japan's Ancient Iron Fan Weapon In Detail
2023年5月4日 · One such artifact of Japanese martial history is the Tessen, an iron fan weapon that reflects the country's unique blend of beauty and combat. In this blog, we will take a detailed look at the Tessen's origins, construction, techniques, historical significance, and its …
The Tessen: Japan's Ancient Iron Fan Weapon In Detail
2024年5月6日 · The Japanese war fan, Tessen, is small and often hidden as decoration. Usually decorated metal plates hide their sharp edges, making them stylish and dangerous in battle. It’s a compact, foldable, yet durable weapon designed for unexpected combat.
War Fan ( Gunbai ) with Concealed Spear Blade - The …
Military commanders used a type of fixed fan, called a war fan (gunbai), to signal soldiers on the battlefield. The silver mounts of this example are engraved with flowers against a stippled background, and the lower section of the shaft, which is detachable, is mounted with a concealed steel blade—an unusual feature that would have appealed ...
Items from Mythology: War Fans - ThinkDM
2018年3月31日 · The War Fan is a light one-handed weapon constructed as a folding fan with spokes of iron. When the War Fan is drawn, it is in its closed state. While you have the War Fan equipped, you can use a bonus action to open or close the fan, changing its state.
Hand Fans as weapons – myhandfan.com
The "Maru Muthu Vara Koppai," a fan made of metal or wood with sharp edges, could be utilized for striking, blocking, and trapping an opponent's weapons. Silambam practitioners showcased their agility and skill by incorporating these improvised weapons into their training.