Tsuina (Oni) Mask Omoikane Gigaku was primarily performed at

Gigaku was primarily performed at the imperial court and was associated with religious ceremonies and festivals

Traditional Japanese Sanju Mask

vintage hannya mask sourced and shipped directly from Japan

"heavenly rock cave")

The female mask with wide open mouth

Tsuina (Oni) Mask Omoikane Gigaku was primarily performed atTraditional Japanese Tsuina (Oni) Mask Description The Tsuina () mask represents the devil demon, or Oni of the supernatural. These masks date back to the Heian period, used in an annual event in the Imperial Palace on New Year's Eve (December 30 (old calendar)). This yearly event is the source of the current Setsubun festival, known for its "bean throwing" ritual. Material Traditional Japanese plaster & resin Sizing Please see pictures for sizing.