Eye-Catching and Instagrammable! DIY Fan Ideas for Sports Day
Uchiwa fans have become a staple item at events like sports days, athletic festivals, and cultural festivals in recent years.
They originally took off as cheering and fan goods for idols, and these days you can get almost all the materials at 100-yen shops, making them easy to DIY!
In this article, we’re sharing handmade uchiwa ideas that are perfect for sports day cheering.
From standard designs to more elaborate ones, we’ve got lots of examples—so chat with your friends or classmates and create standout, photo-worthy cute uchiwa!
[Eye-Catching and Photogenic!] Handmade Uchiwa Fan Ideas You’ll Want to Make for Sports Day (1–10)
glitter tinsel fan
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cfviim6vdjf/Recommended for anyone who wants to go all out! Here are some ideas for sparkly tinsel uchiwa fans.
For special events like sports days and athletic festivals, you’ll want to decorate the items you hold to be flashy, too.
This idea is perfect for those who want to make a super eye-catching, cute item that stands out from everyone else! If you decorate the edge of the uchiwa with party tinsel, it instantly becomes glamorous and glittery.
Choosing party tinsel in colors that match your uchiwa’s decorations will help bring the whole design together.
Cheering message
In the lively setting of a sports festival, promoting yourself is important, but cheering on those who are doing their best is important too.
It might be fun to make a fan—like the classic concert goods used for shouting encouragement.
Even a simple supportive message can give strength to those who are trying hard.
You could go with praise, or even something that playfully asks for fan service to deliberately break their concentration—that sounds fun too.
Because the content is simple words you want to convey, there seem to be many ways to play around with it.
Turn yourself into a character
https://www.instagram.com/p/CiXioICPLZp/Turn yourself into a character and stick it on a hand fan! These days, apps let you create characters freely.
Some will convert you into a character just by importing your photo, and you can also build an original character by selecting parts.
Using a popular character might end up overlapping with others, but a self-made character that looks like you is something no one can copy! If you’re after a unique, original finish bursting with personality, definitely give it a try!
kemomimi uchiwa (animal-ears fan)
https://www.instagram.com/p/CQIiEZ_j_WH/Boost your cuteness no matter what! Here are some ideas for kemomimi fans.
“Kemomimi” refers to a style, mainly in anime, where a person has animal ears.
For example, characters wearing dog, cat, or rabbit ears are called kemomimi.
This time, let’s use photos with added ears from camera apps or editing filters to make kemomimi uchiwa (hand fans).
Making matching ones with close friends will make them even cuter! Be sure to try incorporating kemomimi uchiwa ideas.
Sanrio character deco uchiwa
https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ-8huQjceS/Let’s fill it up with your favorite characters! Here are some ideas for Sanrio character-themed deco uchiwa.
Many of you probably have a favorite Sanrio character, right? This time, let’s make a decorated uchiwa featuring adorable Sanrio character motifs.
Adding fluffy, three-dimensional ears or sparkling parts for extra flair is a great idea.
You can also make it even cuter by decorating the edge of the fan with lace or frills in the theme color!
Snapchat fan
https://www.instagram.com/p/ByZ_bE9gahA/Unique designs! Here are some ideas for “Snacha” uchiwa fans.
“Snacha” is short for Snapchat, a communication app that also has features for applying filters and special effects to photos and videos.
Put those features to use: take unique photos and attach them to your uchiwa.
The results will be humorously different from your usual look—people might just react with a surprised “What is this?!” Definitely try incorporating Snacha uchiwa ideas.
Brand logo-style uchiwa
https://www.instagram.com/p/B2bdl0mBhfK/Show off your name! Here are some ideas for fan designs that look like brand logos.
Think of fashion brands, luxury labels, or toy manufacturers—there are so many charming and cute logo designs out there.
This time, let’s create a fan with a design inspired by those kinds of brand logos.
If you coordinate the design with a close group of friends or your club mates, it can deepen your bond even more! Adding decorations like party garlands or rhinestones is also recommended to give it a unique, personal touch.