Glass Furin wind bells gains popularity among tourists in Japan

Updated:6 years, 1 month ago

Tokyo (Japan), May 15 (ANI): As summer approaches in Japan, glass craftsmen become busy making wind bell or wind chime called “Furin” in Japanese. People hang them on the window of their home as per tradition that is being followed for the last 500 years. These wind bells have dozens of types and names that vary depending on their shape and sound and recently they have become a popular Japanese traditional gift among the tourists. Each bell makes a unique sound. Earlier, there were street vendors who sold Furin bells on their carts, but now they are being sold in department stores and local gift shops. Each region in Japan has its own traditional designs and accordingly the names of the bell are kept. There are few workshops that still make Furin bells. This factory is trying to preserve this craft by inviting people from all over Japan as well as school kids. The craftsman explains to them the history of Furin bells so that they can appreciate its importance as a key component of Japan’s culture. During the hot summer, the sound of Furin produced with the breeze is truly refreshing.

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Glass Furin wind bells gains popularity among tourists in Japan

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