Description: 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, where worshipers can write their wishes, hopes, and dreams. 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 Shipping: Items will be shipped out via Japan Post Airmail airmail with tracking. EMS is also available. You can select the shipping method at checkout. Please inquire about combined shipping. 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 and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions please contact us.
Price: 22.46 USD
Location: Ama-Gun, Aichi
End Time: 2024-12-20T02:11:47.000Z
Shipping Cost: 11 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 60 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
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Primary Material: Wood
Color: Multi-Color
Age: Post-1940
Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
Region of Origin: Japan
Type: Display
