Japanese Buddhist Shakujo Sistrum Commemorative Inscription Senju-in Temple 38cm Folk Art common molds

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it is a symbol of Japanese festivity and craftsmanship

Japanese Antique Wooden Kake Suzuribako Funa Tansu Drawer WBX330

likely associated with the historic Hoo-zan Ryozen-ji temple in Chichibu

This does not affect the structural integrity and is common for pieces of this age

Japanese Buddhist Shakujo Sistrum Commemorative Inscription Senju-in Temple 38cm Folk Art common moldsJapanese Buddhist Shakujo Sistrum Commemorative Inscription: Senju in Temple BT247 This is an authentic handled Shakujo (sistrum), a traditional ritual implement used in Shingon Buddhism. This specific piece bears a significant handwritten inscription on the handle, marking its historical connection to a temple. Historical Provenance: The wooden handle is inscribed with the following: Senju in (): A temple of the Shingon sect. 16th Head Priest Teishu