Japanese Buddhism Temple Large Orin Bell Daitokuji
This is a vintage Japanese Orin bell for the temple. This large Orin bell is called Daitokuji. Orin bell sound can reach the Buddha in the Pure Land. It is also used to ward off people's evil spirits and convey prayers to the Buddha, ancestors, and the deceased through sound. On the side of the bell is written in Chinese characters as "Special Kongo".
- Japanese Rin bell or Orin for Butsudan
- Used at the temple
- Sounded during ritual prayer
- Including brass rin bell, fabric pillow (Red and black with gold embroidery), and a wooden striker with white leather
- Making a beautiful ringing sound
- Orin bell sound
- Brass, wood, fabric, leather
- Item weight: 1900 grams
- Packed weight: 2900 grams
- C1950
- Approx.
- rin bell: 21 cm wide x 15 cm tall
- pillow: 27 cm wide x 10 cm thick
- striker: 36.5 cm long
- Good condition. Some discoloration on the pillow. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- Acquired at an estate sale of an old Japanese family in Nagoya, Japan
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