Vintage Japanese Wooden Shrine Plaque, Ema
This vintage Japanese ema plaque features a white rat in front of an ema plaque with the Japanese character kotobuki (longevity). A red sun and pink and white plum flowers are also painted. It has a purple braided cord and two attached bells.
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.
- White, pink, red, black
- Wood, metal
- C1980
- Some characters: 開運 kaiun better fortune, 長良天神 Nagara Tenjin Shrine, 寿 kotobuki longevity
- Item weight: 39 grams
- Packed weight: 200 grams
- Approx. 12.7 cm wide x 8.7 cm tall x 0.5 cm thick
- Good condition considering its age. Chip on the bottom. Some marks on the back. 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.
