Japanese Clay Oni Demon Kawara Roof Tile Statue Ridge-End Onigawara Ogre ST56 Tea Ceremony but in the Meiji period

but in the Meiji period

Kokeshi are simple wooden Japanese dolls with no arms or legs that have been crafted for more than 150 years (the late Edo period) as a toy and amulets for children

Vintage Japanese Lacquered Wooden Bento Box

Old tape from repairs

Some characters: 宇佐神宮 usa jingu Usa Shrine

Japanese Clay Oni Demon Kawara Roof Tile Statue Ridge-End Onigawara Ogre ST56 Tea Ceremony but in the Meiji periodJapanese Clay Onigawara Roof Tile This is a Japanese sculpted clay oni demon roof tile (kawara) decoration often found on temples and sometimes private residences. Also called onigawara, this large and heavy ridge end tile acts as an amulet to frighten off evil spirits and ward off misfortune and disaster. It has horns and piercing eyes with a semi open mouth. It can be installed on a building but is also perfect for general eye catching decor. Gray