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By The Sword Catalog : Swords - Eastern Oriental : Oriental Weapons : Japanese War Fan Gunbai-Dansen OH2182


Japanese War Fan (Gunbai-Dansen) Ref: OH2182 The Japanese War Fan Gunbai-Dansen was an essential signaling device on the battlefield used by officers to command and direct troops. The gumbai-dansen version was typically round in shape and stiff with a prolonged stem as a handle. The fan could also be used as weapon using the handle to strike and the stiff fan to block with. Our war fan is based on an original from the Edo period and is inscribed with Chinese military philosophy from Sun Tzu’s “Art of War.” Japanese military leaders were well versed in the strategies of Sun Tzu and it is not surprising to find his maxims gracing antique war fans. The Japanese kanji reads on the front side: “Subduing the enemy’s troops without any fighting; Capturing the enemy’s cities without laying siege to them; Overthrowing the enemy’s kingdom without lengthy operations in the field.” The backside written in kanji states: “The winner in warfare always lays plans which will ensure their victory first, and then lead their army into battle; The loser always begins to battle without stratagem, but rely on brute strength alone.” On the stainless steel handle of the war fan is an engraved poem inciting a blessing of peace. The overall meaning is a reminder to the commanding general to have as few casualties as possible. Our beautiful gumbai-dansen complete with a natural wood display stand will make a wonderful addition for those interested in Japanese Budo. KEY FEATURES: * Authentic styling * Wooden Stand Price: $154.00		close up

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By The Sword Catalog : Swords - Eastern Oriental : Oriental Weapons : Japanese War Fan Gunbai-Dansen OH2182

Japanese War Fan (Gunbai-Dansen)