Vintage Japanese Wooden Shrine Plaque, Ema
This vintage Japanese ema plaque represents the Hakuho Garan temple complex of Yakushiji temple (Nara) painted in light bue, green, red and yellow. The ema board has some vertical inscriptions and an attached red braided cord. There is a paper on the back with some explanation.
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.
- Green, light blue, red, pink, yellow, black
- Wood
- C1980
- Some characters: 薬師寺 Yakushiji temple, 白鳳伽藍 Hakuho Garan
- Item weight: 24 grams
- Packed weight: 200 grams
- Approx. 13.8 cm wide x 8.7 cm tall x 0.5 cm thick
- Good condition considering its age. Some scratches and marks. Cord is cut. 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.
