Japanese Paper Mache Noh Mask Hyottoko Vtg Comical Nohmen Kagura Dance OM103 book Rust or ash residue inside

Rust or ash residue inside

Label is peeling off the bottom left corner (fold mark)

10 cm wide x 18

[Lid] 12 cm wide x 3 cm tall

Vintage Japanese Wooden Shrine Plaque

Japanese Paper Mache Noh Mask Hyottoko Vtg Comical Nohmen Kagura Dance OM103 book Rust or ash residue insideVintage Japanese Paper Mache Noh Mask This is a vintage Japanese paper mache noh mask (noh men). This character is the face of a man named Hyottoko. This character is a man with a twisted, puckered mouth off to one side and a scarf tied around his head. He is said to be a comical character and often paired with Okame which is the female equivalent. In many performances, Hyottoko plays the role of a clown. It can be used for all kinds of home and