impressive oni mask from the iwami kagura tradition (intangible cultural heritage) unlike nō masks or festival masks, iwami kagura masks are created specifically for dynamic stage performance and are known for their dramatic three-dimensional modelling and overwhelming presence. characteristics 1. exaggerated facial expression iwami kagura is danced with fast, powerful movements. for this reason, each facial feature is intentionally enlarged so the expression remains visible even from a distance. typical exaggerated elements include: strongly raised and sculpted eyebrows enlarged nose wide, gaping mouth prominently carved fangs these features are essential to iwami kagura’s “oni” style, distinct from conventional hannya masks. dramatic fangs and open mouth the essence of iwami kagura’s oni is raw power and ferocity. therefore, masks often display: long upward-curving fangs protruding lower fangs irregular tooth lines such elements are rarely seen in nō masks but are iconic in iwami kagura’s ō-oni (great demon) and arajingi styles. type: ō-oni / arajin (fierce deity) typical identifying features: two long horns fangs extending forward large, wide-open mouth elongated vertical face shape this style is used in kagura performances featuring demons, fierce gods, or subordinate oni in the famous “yamata-no-orochi” story. dimensions length: 31 cm height: 15 cm width: 16.5 cm weight: 2.45 kg shipping shipping via dhl or japan post. please note that customs duties may apply depending on your country. please bid with this understanding.