Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Tsuchi-Suzu Ceramic Monkey Doll Zodiac Amulet DR459 print kanji letters: Matsushima

kanji letters: Matsushima

Lidded water pot (Mizusashi): 13 cm wide x 14 cm tall

Shallow bowl

12 cm wide  x 2 cm tall

Vtg Japanese Cast Iron Ashtray Haizara Tekki

Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Tsuchi-Suzu Ceramic Monkey Doll Zodiac Amulet DR459 print kanji letters: MatsushimaVtg Japanese Clay Bell Dorei This is a vintage Japanese clay bell, Dorei or Tsuchi Suzu. The design of the zodiac symbol's monkey. There is a piece of paper on the top that says Matsushima, Zuiganji Temple, and Monkey. 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 ceramic doll bell, Dorei