Japanese Buddhist Altar Bronze Metal Orin Bell Singing Bowl Butsugu Brown BA592 koto accessory This kanna is uniquely oversized

This kanna is uniquely oversized and heavy

5 cm long  x 1cm tall

Silking backing

and bridge

This type of bowls is traditionally used for preparing and drinking green tea during tea ceremonies

Japanese Buddhist Altar Bronze Metal Orin Bell Singing Bowl Butsugu Brown BA592 koto accessory This kanna is uniquely oversizedJapanese Buddhist Altar Fitting Orin Bell This is a vintage Japanese bronze metal orin bell for Buddhist altars. Singing bowls are sounded during ritual prayer. The sound of an Orin bell can reach the Buddha in the Pure Land. Sound is also used to ward off evil spirits and convey prayers to the Buddha, ancestors, and the deceased. Brown Metal, bronze Orin bell sound C1970 Item weight: 107 grams Packed weight: 350 grams Approx. 7 cm wide x 3. 5 cm tall