Even as air conditioning has become everyday, the sight of hand-fanning still brings a warm and comforting feeling. This round fan prepared by Hohodang is a masterpiece by artisan Choi Soo-bong, who has been making fans for over 50 years in Namwon, Jeollabuk-do. It is a traditional round fan completed by attaching paper to fan ribs in a circular form, known as a 'round fan' or 'banggu fan.' With its modest yet refined charm, it makes a perfect summer gift. The wrapping uses nokbang bojagi (traditional Korean wrapping cloth). The subtle translucent quality of nokbang and its cream-white tone create an elegant and graceful impression. The accompanying gold rope is handcrafted by artisan Choi Seok-bong, a straw craftsperson, who rolled straw into a round form. Since ancient times, gold ropes have been hung at the gates of homes where babies are born, on storage jar stands, and at thresholds—symbolizing the blocking of negative energy and the protection of precious things. This gold rope features an embroidered house-shaped cloth representing wishes for happiness and blessings. When hung at an entrance or doorway, the bell sound creates a feeling of good fortune flowing in.
Sourced straight from the official Korean shop. We purchase it on your behalf, receive it at our Seoul hub where we confirm it’s the right item and check the exterior for damage — sealed items stay sealed — then repack it safely for the trip overseas. You can follow every step in your order timeline.
Even as air conditioning has become everyday, the sight of hand-fanning still brings a warm and comforting feeling. This round fan prepared by Hohodang is a masterpiece by artisan Choi Soo-bong, who has been making fans for over 50 years in Namwon, Jeollabuk-do. It is a traditional round fan completed by attaching paper to fan ribs in a circular form, known as a 'round fan' or 'banggu fan.' With its modest yet refined charm, it makes a perfect summer gift. The wrapping uses nokbang bojagi (traditional Korean wrapping cloth). The subtle translucent quality of nokbang and its cream-white tone create an elegant and graceful impression. The accompanying gold rope is handcrafted by artisan Choi Seok-bong, a straw craftsperson, who rolled straw into a round form. Since ancient times, gold ropes have been hung at the gates of homes where babies are born, on storage jar stands, and at thresholds—symbolizing the blocking of negative energy and the protection of precious things. This gold rope features an embroidered house-shaped cloth representing wishes for happiness and blessings. When hung at an entrance or doorway, the bell sound creates a feeling of good fortune flowing in.
Sourced straight from the official Korean shop. We purchase it on your behalf, receive it at our Seoul hub where we confirm it’s the right item and check the exterior for damage — sealed items stay sealed — then repack it safely for the trip overseas. You can follow every step in your order timeline.
