Vintage Japanese Wooden Shrine Plaque, Ema

This vintage Japanese ema plaque features an illustration of the Goten-mon gate of the Sanzen-in temple in Kyoto. The ema board has some inscriptions with the name of the location and an attached purple braided cord. 

Ema is a small wooden plaque used at Shinto shrines, and sometimes Buddhist temples, that worshipers can write their wishes, hopes, and dreams on. Once written, it is hung on a special wooden stand or tree where the kami (spirits or gods) are thought to receive them.

• Black, green, red
• Wood
• C1980
• Some characters: 御殿門 Goten-mon gate, 三千院 Sanzen-in temple
• Item weight: 39 grams
• Packed weight: 200 grams
• Approx. 14.7 cm wide x 8.4 cm tall x 0.8 cm thick
• Good condition considering its age. Some dents. Discoloration on the cord. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
• We acquired this item from an old family estate sale in Nagoya, 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.