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Everybody Has A Part
Item #731625
MIKOSHI is a miniature shrine to be carried around town in Japanese festivals. It is a vehicle for the deity to be shown around the town during the festival, as he always stays at the shrine. People give a shout of encouragement when they are carrying the MIKOSHI. The MATSURI scene makes the Japanese feel that summer has come. The MIKOSHI is one of the equipment of NATSU-MATSURI, a summer festival, and it can be a square, a hexagon, or even an octagon. It is usually made out of wood and is lacquered in black with gold-bronze decorations. Generally, a phoenix is sculpted on the top of the MIKOSHI, which signifies that a deity is onboard. People rock the MIKOSHI in all directions during the parade. This is because they believe that by rocking the MIKOSHI, it brings them good fortune, plentiful harvests, large catches, and rid pests and plagues. Although the Japanese festivals, MATSURI, had deeper religious meanings in the old days, today it is known as an occasion for fun and getting together. Because of the physical nature of the parade, some even consider it a stress relieving exercise. However, the style and equipment of the MATSURI still lives on. This Summer Festival 3 piece set is a Japan Exclusive.
Everybody Has A Part Precious Moments Century Circle Exclusives Item #731625
MIKOSHI is a miniature shrine to be carried around town in Japanese festivals. It is a vehicle for the deity to be shown around the town during the festival, as he always stays at t
Price: $86.99
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