{"product_id":"ft460-japan-vintage-craft-kaga-shishigashira-加賀-獅子頭","title":"FT460 - Japan Vintage craft Kaga Shishigashira 加賀 獅子頭","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a charming Kaga Shishigashira 加賀 獅子頭 a traditional folk craft lion head from the Kaga region in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. Carved from wood in a faceted, geometric style and accented with horsehair for its mane, this miniature lion head is a handcrafted 郷土玩具 (kyōdo gangu), or local toy, deeply rooted in regional festival culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shishigashira, or lion head, is a key feature in Shishimai (獅子舞) — the Japanese lion dance — performed during festivals and New Year's celebrations to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lion head represents a guardian spirit believed to ward off evil and bring blessings, especially at the start of a new year. This belief stems from the tradition of the 獅子舞 (Shishimai), or lion dance, where performers wear full lion masks or heads like this one. In homes, a smaller version like this is often displayed as a protective charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular figure, with its mischievous grin, red accents, and movable lower jaw, captures the spirit of Kaga’s vibrant traditional arts. Whether displayed as a collector's item or used as a seasonal decoration, it embodies the energy, charm, and protective symbolism of the lion dance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note there’s a crack in the wood caused by ageing. Carefully examine the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 7 x 5 x 5cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57343284969803,"sku":"FT460","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_aedf378d-4149-470f-9942-b60928b32845.jpg?v=1779046798","url":"https:\/\/fr.maisonkyo.be\/products\/ft460-japan-vintage-craft-kaga-shishigashira-%e5%8a%a0%e8%b3%80-%e7%8d%85%e5%ad%90%e9%a0%ad","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}