Omoikane Mask by Tanabe Seisuke Kentoku and in architecture in Japanese

and in architecture in Japanese culture

the mask embodies dignity and divinity as a god

Tsuba comes in different shapes and designs

The mask is often depicted with a flaming nimbus and is known for its striking and expressive appearance

Traditional Japanese plaster & resin

Omoikane Mask by Tanabe Seisuke Kentoku and in architecture in JapaneseTraditional Japanese Omoikane Mask by Tanabe Seisuke Description Omoikane ( or ) is the Shinto god of wisdom and intelligence. His name means "serving one's thoughts." He was ofetn called upon by other dietri (gods) to help make decisons. In one myth, Amaterasu (sun goddess) hid in a cave and Omoikane was tasked to find a way to get her out. He is said to be the child of Takamimusubi, but according to some depictions, it is the god of Tokoyo (the