Inashihagi no Mikoto 稲背脛命 / Japanese Bicchu Kagura wooden folk craft mask by 藤井義郎 Fujii Yoshiro Inashihagi no Mikoto 稲背脛命 He was the envoy who, acting on the orders of Okuninushi no Mikoto, summoned back Kotoshironushi no Mikoto and brought about the peaceful transfer of the country. Artist: 藤井義郎 Fujii Yoshiro Carved by Fujii Yoshiro, this Bicchu Kagura wooden mask represents Inashihagi no Mikoto, the envoy who, under the command of Ōkuninushi, located Kotoshironushi and secured the peaceful transfer of the land in the Izumo myth cycle. The sharply drawn brows, focused gaze, and firm mouth convey the tension and resolve of a divine messenger whose role hinges not on force but on duty, clarity, and decisive action. Fujii’s carving style—marked by deep cuts, taut facial planes, and a sense of contained urgency—emphasizes the seriousness of the moment in which Inashihagi acts. The textured hair elements and bold coloration enhance the mask’s ritual presence, grounding it in the dramatic vocabulary of Bicchu Kagura. Within a collection or interior, the mask introduces a disciplined, purposeful energy, its expression evoking responsibility, loyalty, and the quiet strength of a god who shapes the course of myth through resolve rather than violence. Dimensions: 5.3" x 2.3" x 7.4" / 13.5cm x 6cm x 19cm Technique: Carving Material: Wood Weight: 140g Condition Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: SCRATCH. Shipping "FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by International ePacket Light, EMS, or DHL.