Location: Itsukushima 厳島, Hiroshima Prefecture Size: 8 x 10 x 1.8cm
The illustration captures the world-famous floating torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its spiritual significance and stunning setting in the Seto Inland Sea. The bright vermilion torii is surrounded by calm waters, with mountains in the background and a pair of gentle shika deer, a sacred symbol on the island—gracing the foreground. Above the image, a short waka poem adds an elegant literary touch.
Tsuko-Tegata is a kind of wooden passport that was used in the Edo Period as an identity card for travelers when passing from region to region. They had been sold a lot in Showa period as mingei type souvenirs all over Japan. It's also a protector for safety and peace for family.
