Japanese Buddhist Costume Surplice Sash Vtg Zenkoji Nagano White Red BA602 Kitchen & Tableware Old coin replica

Old coin replica

or as a decorative item

the bottom being attached to the frame

A handle is not included

There are some inscriptions in black at the top of the board as well as on the back

Japanese Buddhist Costume Surplice Sash Vtg Zenkoji Nagano White Red BA602 Kitchen & Tableware Old coin replicaJapanese Buddhist Costume Sash This Japanese Buddhist costume surplice (wagesa or hangesa) is worn around the neck by Buddhist monks pledging to serve the Buddha during a ceremony. This sash is specific to the Zenkoji temple in Nagano. It is white with red inscriptions and illustrations. The sash is attached at the bottom. White, red Fabric C1970 Some characters: Shinshu Zenkoji, (?), becoming a monk Item weight: 12 grams Packed weight: 150 grams