Japanese Buddhist Altar Fitting Metal Bell Shogo Musical Instrument BU999

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Japanese Buddhist Altar Fitting Metal Bell Shogo Musical Instrument BU999
Description
Japanese
Buddhist Altar Fitting Metal Bell
It is a Japanese vintage Buddhist altar fitting "Shogo". It is a metal bell used during worship. It is usually placed on a tatami mat stand and struck with a Shimoku stick to make a sound. It is used to keep the rhythm during nembutsu. (Used in the Tendai, Shingon, and Jodo sects)
Japanese Buddhist altar fitting, Metal bell Shogo
Butsugu
Bell and wooden striker
Shogo sound
Metal, wood
Item weight: 217 grams
Packed weight: 517 grams
C1930
Approx.
Shogo: 9 cm wide x 4 cm tall
striker: 20.5 cm long
Good condition. Some rusty. Slight discoloration. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
Acquired at an estate sale of an old Japanese family in Nagoya, Japan
Shipping
: Items will be shipped out via Japan Post Airmail airmail with tracking. EMS is also available. You can select the shipping method at checkout.  Please inquire about combined shipping.
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