Japanese Hariko Paper Mache Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Vtg Komainu Red OM88 birds 19 cm long x 18

19 cm long x 18

Japanese people use Furoshiki to wrap items for transport such as bento boxes

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Japanese Hariko Paper Mache Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Vtg Komainu Red OM88 birds 19 cm long x 18Vtg Japanese Hariko Shishi Lion Mask This is a Japanese lacquered hariko paper mache shishi lion mask. Also called komainu, these lion dogs are often depicted as guardian statues outside of temples. They are also famous for shishi mai, or lion dance (which has a Chinese equivalent). This gorgeous piece can be used for room decoration or shows and dances. The mouth opens and closes on a wooden frame and hinge attached to string and the ears are