Japanese Hanging Scroll Kakejiku

This vintage Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku or makimono) features 88 boxes to place 88 red seals (goshuin) from the temples and places of the Shikoku Hachijuhakkasho or Shikoku Pilgrimage. This kakejiku has some boxes filled with temple seals. 

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.

• Paper, silk, wood
• C1970
• Some characters: 四国八十八ケ所霊場御印譜 shikoku hachijyuhakkasho reijo goinpu collection of the seals of the sacred places of Shikoku Pilgrimage
• Item weight: 195 grams
• Packed weight: 600 grams
• Approx. 151 cm long x 61 cm wide (ends) x 56.5 cm wide (paper)
• Good condition considering its age. 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.