This is a bolo tie of Hannya Katsushika Symbol of quality and reliance.

Hannya is a kind of demons who appears on the stage of traditional Japanese Noh. Noh is the oldest dramatic art in Japan,  having originally developed in the 14th century. There exist about 250 Noh plays, which are grouped roughly into five main classifications according to subject matter.  These five classifications are shin the face of a woman turned demon through jealousy and anger. Although Hannya is a very strong demon, she is also a tragic victim. Many Japanese people think it a charm to ward off evil spirits. This item is made by Ikkyou Kitazawa. Please read below about his profile. This item made of Yakusugi(Japanese cedar). Yakushima Island is the only place where the Yakusugi grows but, Yakushimam Island was designated as a World Heritage site in 1993 and since then, logging of Yakusugi has been banned. This item will become shinier with age.

[ Item specifics ] Conditions NEW Material: "Yakusugi"(Japanese cedar(now,suspension of logging)) [ Dimensions ] approximate size width  2.3"(6cm) x 1.77"(4cm) height 0.78"(2cm) [ Cautions for Storage and Handling ] Be careful about direct sunlight.

[ Inscribed signature by IKKYOU ]

[ Material:"Yakusugi"(Japanese cebar(now,suspension of logging)) ]

It is said that the history of moku-chokoku began in the Asuka period (sixth century). When Buddihism was introduced to Japan, Moku-chokoku is the skill of Buddhist image carving. In the Muromachi Period(1336-1573), Zen Buddhism which doesn't need Buddhist image became widespread among the people. Along with it, moku-chokoku developed to accommodate the architectural sculptures The beautifully-sculptured columns and fanlights of the shrine Tosho-gu, a World Heritage Site, were carved by craftsman in the Edo period. World-renowned craftsman "Hidari Jingoro" was one of them. In the Meiji period, decorative carvings expanded to ornament such objects as household furniture. Only a chisel and knife is used to produce these works.

Born in 1940 in Tochigi Prefecture . His father is also a traditional craftsman of Tegaki Yuzen  ( dying of kimono). In 1956(15 years old) He studied with Beizan Iijima(Master of Edo Moku-chokoku) at Asakusa. In 1967 He was certified as a Master of Edo Moku-chokoku, and started his own company in Katsushika. In 1998 He was certified as a Tokyo Traditional Craftsman by Tokyo Metropolitan Government.

[ Others ] The Katsushika Traditional Craftsman Executive director of Japan Ink-wash Painting Association [ Works ] Mikoshi(carrying of miniature shrines): Fukagawa Tomioka Shrine, Hakone Shrine, Sagami Samukawa Shrine, Mitaka Shrine, etc. Temple&Shrine gate : Naritasan Shinshoji, Ashikaga Yakumo Shrine, Kawagoe Kousaiji Buddhist altar : Yujiro Ishihara(Japanese Actor), etc. The film of his working place

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Thank you for visiting our store. This store is managed by Katsushika Traditional Crafts Association (KTCA) in Katsushika ward which is located in eastern Tokyo.  This area has a reputation for producing many leading traditional master craftsman. In 1991, the KTCA was officially authorized by the Katsushika ward local Government to develop the traditional craft industry.  The cuwent membership of the association is more than 40 master craftsman including living National Treasures. This store was founded with the aim of introducing Japanese traditional crafts and culture to the world.  All goods are made by award winning master craftsman and all goods are guaranteed as genuine by Katsushika ward Government.  Because the goods are so rare and wonderful, even people living in Japan sometimes find it difficult to obtain them. If you have any inquires or requests, please contact us anytime.  Now, enjoy guaranteed safe, shopping.

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