Kagura mask of Takeminakata no Mikoto (健御名方命)Wooden/Hand-carved/for kagura dance papier-mache Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

The masu cup in this set is finished with urethane coating

and French

please use lacquer or other paints suitable for wooden masks

transform the panel into a sophisticated miniature divider—ideal for tea ceremonies

Kagura mask of Takeminakata no Mikoto (健御名方命)Wooden/Hand-carved/for kagura dance papier-mache Frequently Asked QuestionsThis is a wooden carved mask used in Bitchu Kagura, a dance that is an Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan. This demon like mask represents Takeminakata no Mikoto, a powerful god who appears in Japanese mythology. You can display it in your room as a talisman, or you can wear it while dancing. These authentic masks can be used in Kagura dances, and are carved by a master craftsman with 45 years of experience, using precious paulownia wood