Japanese Hanging Scroll Vtg Bridge Meaning Of Life Poem Kakejiku Chagake SC904
Japanese Hanging Scroll Vtg Bridge Meaning Of Life Poem Kakejiku Chagake SC904
Japanese Hanging Scroll Vtg Bridge Meaning Of Life Poem Kakejiku Chagake SC904
Japanese Hanging Scroll Vtg Bridge Meaning Of Life Poem Kakejiku Chagake SC904
Japanese Hanging Scroll Vtg Bridge Meaning Of Life Poem Kakejiku Chagake SC904
Japanese Hanging Scroll Vtg Bridge Meaning Of Life Poem Kakejiku Chagake SC904
Japanese Hanging Scroll Vtg Bridge Meaning Of Life Poem Kakejiku Chagake SC904

Japanese Hanging Scroll Vtg Bridge Meaning Of Life Poem Kakejiku Chagake SC904

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Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku 

This vintage Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku or makimono) features a picture of a wooden bridge leading to a town with a Japanese castle at the top, and a calligraphed text titled "meaning of life" on the bottom. This hanging scroll is made of fabric.

Kakejiku is a Japanese picture or calligraphy mounted on a piece of paper. Kakejiku was a tool to spread Buddhism in Japan. It has been integrated with Japanese culture as interior decoration. Tokokake is used at the Tokonoma in tatami room. Chakake has Zen words used in the tea ceremony room. Buddha-kake is used in the Buddhist altar.

  • Fabric, resin
  • C1980
  • Item weight: 188 grams
  • Packed weight: 588 grams
  • Scroll approx. 93 cm long x 42.8 cm wide (ends) x 42.5 cm wide (fabric)
  • Good condition considering its age. End caps are missing on the bottom. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
  • We got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan

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 and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with us.


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