しめかざり | Shimekazari: Forms of New Year Prayers

Title: しめかざり 新年の願いを結ぶかたち
Authors: 森　須磨子 著
Pages: 197P
Published At: November, 2017
Description:
Jeweled orbs, cranes, straw bundles—decorative New Year's ornaments come in many forms. The author, who traveled throughout Japan, systematically introduces the unadorned beauty of shimekazari in all their variety. Featuring numerous photographs.

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