Japanese Buddhist Metal Prayer Handbell Kongorei Vtg Purple Tassel Silver BA345
Japanese Buddhist Metal Prayer Handbell Kongorei Vtg Purple Tassel Silver BA345
Vtg Japanese Buddhist Kongorei Handbell for Prayer
This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist five-pronged handbell, or kongorei, used primarily during Buddhist ritual ceremonies and prayer. It is a Soto Zen bell and is made mostly of silver-colored metal. It features embossed plum blossoms along the handle as well as a shouchikubai motif on the bell part. At the very top is a gold metal lotus flower. The front has a removable royal purple braided and knotted cord and tassels with a silver plum blossom pin. The sound is very bright and cheery.
- Silver, gold, purple
- Metal, string
- Bell sound
- 1980
- Item weight: 255 grams
- Packed weight: 555 grams
- Approx. 5 cm wide x 22.5 cm tall
- Good condition considering its age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya
Shipping: We ship worldwide by Japan Post. You can see the shipping prices and options by adding this item to your cart. We do combine shipping and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.
About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
Details
All products at Chidori Vintage are sourced directly from Japan and shipped from our warehouse in Ama-Gun, Japan. All orders on our website will include a small "omiyage" as a thank you for ordering from us.
Shipping & Returns
We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible.
We are committed to ensuring a positive shopping experience for all our customers. If for any reason you wish to return an item, we invite you to reach out to our team for assistance, and we will evaluate every return request with care and consideration.
Curious what our customers think?
Check out our verified happy customer reviews on Google with just one click. We ship orders quickly and keep you updated every step of the way.