Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku 

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

Kakejiku is a Japanese picture or calligraphy mounted on a piece of paper. It was a tool to spread Buddhism in Japan and 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, and 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 

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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.