Japanese Paper Mache Noh Mask Hyottoko Vtg Comical Nohmen Kagura Dance OM75 pegasus Kanji on the lid: Tobacco-bon

Kanji on the lid: Tobacco-bon (Tabacco storage box)

5 cm long x 21 cm wide x 3 cm tall

these small knife-like utensils are used to cut and eat soft wagashi sweets such as mochi during tea ceremonies

5 cm x 4 cm

Chips/marks in paint

Japanese Paper Mache Noh Mask Hyottoko Vtg Comical Nohmen Kagura Dance OM75 pegasus Kanji on the lid: Tobacco-bonVintage Japanese Paper Mache Noh Mask This is a vintage Japanese paper mache noh mask (noh men). It features the face of a man named Hyottoko, who has a twisted, puckered mouth off to one side and a scarf tied around his head. Hyottoko is said to be a comical character and is often paired with Okame, the female equivalent. In many performances, Hyottoko plays the role of a clown. The mask can be used for all kinds of home and office decor. White, blue