Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Tsuchi-Suzu Ceramic Oni Yozu Demon Vtg Hagi Amulet DR44 Japanese plates 23 cm long x 40

23 cm long x 40 cm wide

Edge on lid missing

Gold embroidery on the red cloth

Slight chip or imperfection on the rim

Item weight: 2750 grams

Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Tsuchi-Suzu Ceramic Oni Yozu Demon Vtg Hagi Amulet DR44 Japanese plates 23 cm long x 40Vtg Japanese Clay Bell Dorei This is a vintage Japanese clay bell, Dorei or Tsuchi Suzu. This bell is an Oni Yozu character. In the Hagi region, square shaped kites are called Yozu. Kites with the faces of demons are generally called Oni Yozu. Dorei bells have a long history and have been used in festivals and ceremonies since the Jomon period (about 13000 to 2300 years ago) when they were said to have the power to ward off evil spirits. Japanese