Japanese Buddhist Costume Surplice Sash Vtg Kataginu Wagesa Red Gold BA834 grain This Owakigake is dark blue

This Owakigake is dark blue and red with gold floral details

It stands on five curved gold legs a little taller than others like it

lacquerware

There is a sign on the left with inscriptions

and then soaks in the tub afterward for relaxation

Japanese Buddhist Costume Surplice Sash Vtg Kataginu Wagesa Red Gold BA834 grain This Owakigake is dark blueJapanese Buddhist Costume Sash This Japanese Buddhist costume surplice (wagesa or hangesa) is worn around the neck. It is red with two gold stripes on each side and has a purple cord. There is a floral kamon (crest) on both sides close to the neck part. This particular sash is called kataginu and can be worn when appearing in front of the Buddha, and during services and ceremonies. Red, gold, purple, white Silk, string C1980 Item weight: 34 grams