Hanakobu Akujyo Mask Chikyu The female mask with wide

The female mask with wide open mouth

for practical reasons

Because of their shape

The dance is performed to protect against natural disasters and demons

These masks date back to the Heian period

Hanakobu Akujyo Mask Chikyu The female mask with wideTraditional Japanese Hanakobu Akujyo Mask Description Hanakobu Akujyo (), with his distinct nose, absence of lower teeth, and upper teeth made of gold or brass; is also referred to as Sarutahiko taijingu. Akujyo is a fierce old God. In Noh theater, this mask is often used to portray the role of a dragon god in a dance of the plays Shirahige, Ouashiro and Tamano. Material Wood Sizing Please see pictures for sizing. (We use a tennis ball for customers