Kagura masks coloring set　健御名方命 (Takeminakata no Mikoto) Wooden/Hand-carved/for kagura dance

These authentic masks can be used in Kagura dances, and are carved by a master craftsman with 45 years of experience, using precious paulownia wood that has been dried for more than 10 years.
The masks are painted with lacquer paint in a "glossy finish," which requires 15 coats of primer and 15 coats of finish. The work is finished slowly and carefully, giving it a beautiful and dignified appearance.

The eyes are made of 5mm-thick brass and polished carefully, so they shine and reflect the light, creating a lively expression.
In addition to the finished and pre-painted masks, the set includes a DVD and manual on kagura. You can take your time and enjoy making the masks while learning about coloring tips and kagura.

Contents of the set

1. Completed wooden carved kagura mask　 (健御名方命/Takeminakata no Mikoto)...1 piece
2. Wooden kagura mask before painting 　(健御名方命/Takeminakata no Mikoto)...1 piece
3. DVD of the kagura drama "Kuni Yuzuri (国譲り)" featuring Takeminakata no Mikoto...1 piece
4. Instruction manual on how to paint the mask...1 piece

*The meaning of "Kuni Yuzuri" is to hand over one's country.

Paint is not included in the contents of the set due to transportation prohibition.
When you color the masks, please use lacquer or other paints suitable for wooden masks.

All kagura masks are handmade. Please note that there may be slight differences between the photos and the actual product.
The masks are not identical to the Takeminakata no Mikoto masks that appear on the DVD.
The DVD contains the Kagura performance and does not include scenes of how to paint the masks.　The notation and narration of the DVD are in Japanese.

Manuals are available in English, French, and Japanese.
Please specify your preferred language for the manual in the memo field on the cart page.
If you do not specify, you will receive the English version.

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