Thank you for viewing. This is a set of 7 figurines of the Yamata no Orochi (Eight-Headed Serpent). The body is divided into three parts, so it is being offered at a lower price than usual. Originally, Kagura was danced by ancient people to pray for good health and the rejuvenation of the soul, and it is said that this ritual of soul-soothing and purification is the origin of various Shinto rituals and performing arts. The heads are made by creating a mold with clay, carefully layering Japanese paper, applying a coating of gofun (a white pigment made from oyster shells), and then coloring it. The bodies have a bamboo framework with Japanese paper attached. They are secured with wire inside. *Persimmon tannin is used to prevent insects. Height: Approximately 20 cm, Width: Approximately 10 cm Please understand that this is handmade. Keywords: Kagura Dragon Yamata no Orochi Serpent