Usobuki Mask size80 Fudo Myo-o (不動明王)

Fudo Myo-o (不動明王)

each mask is crafted to capture the details and youthful expression of the Waka Onna

Traditional Wooden Japanese Hokkaido Bear with Salmon

making them emblems of persistence

Kijin Kei masks were used in rituals on New Year's Eve to repel demons and evil spirits from the local shrine or temple

Usobuki Mask size80 Fudo Myo-o (不動明王)Traditional Japanese Usobuki Mask Description Usobuki () (or Usofuki) is the smallest character in Japanese Kyogen, a traditional performing art. The origins of its name are "uso," meaning lie, and "fuki," meaning to blow, to whistle. The mask represents the meaninglessness of the human condition. Its eyes are wide open and surprised, but it cannot scream or shout; it can only whistle queitly and cowardly. Therefore, Usofuki is also used to represent