Traditional Craftsmanship Flower Ainu Ritual Ancestor Golden Kamuy Spirit Inaw Festival Tool
35.64 $
Description
Inau is one of the ritual objects of the Ainu people.
It is an offering that serves as a bridge between kamuy (gods) and ancestral spirits, and humans.
The functions of inau are to serve as a gift during prayer, a messenger, and a substitute for the dwelling of gods and spirits.
The Ainu people offer inau when praying and making wishes to the kamuy. It was believed that this conveyed the intentions of the human side to the kamuy, and in turn, the kamuy would increase their power and virtue.
Inau are said not to exist in Kamuy Mosir (the world of the gods).
Such intricate crafts can only be made by those with dexterous hands, and the kamuy have no way of obtaining them other than through offerings from humans.
There are still people today who continue the tradition and make them.
*This product is an inau (it has not actually been used in rituals, etc.). It is likely closer to a decorative item made to resemble an inau, sometimes called a flower.
Please purchase this item for decorative purposes only.
It is not a sacred implement for actual use.
We await your purchase with the understanding of these points.
Thank you for viewing.
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Details
CategoryFestival SuppliesConditionAlmost newShippingIncluded in price (by seller)FromHokkaido
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