Japanese Buddhist Costume Sash

This Japanese Buddhist costume surplice (wagesa or hangesa) is worn around the neck by Buddhist monks during services. It is brown with gold inscriptions and has a black cord. It has a red seal on the inside.

• Brown, gold, black
• Fabric, string
• C1970
• Characters: 藥師寺講中 yakushiji kochu Yakushi-ji temple sutra teacher, 名古屋一畑山 Nagoya Ichihatasan temple
• Item weight: 38 grams
• Packed weight: 200 grams
• Without cord approx. 88 cm long x 5 cm wide
• Good condition. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
• This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan

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