Japanese Antique 15 inches Ema Votive Tablet Wood Minogame Turtle Temple Shinto Porcelain creating a striking contrast against

creating a striking contrast against the bright red lacquer

Size (Round):

featuring a unique flattened discoid shape and textured vertical fins

and delicate detailing represent the elegant metalwork traditions of the late Edo period

The rectangular dimensions (approx

Japanese Antique 15 inches Ema Votive Tablet Wood Minogame Turtle Temple Shinto Porcelain creating a striking contrast againstDescription Item Details This is a rare and authentic Japanese Ema (Votive Horse Tablet), a wooden plaque used to offer prayers or gratitude at Shinto shrines. Subject (Minogame): The hand painted image depicts a Minogame, a legendary turtle with a flowing tail of algae. In Japanese folklore, the Minogame is said to live for 10,000 years and is a powerful symbol of longevity and good fortune. Provenance & Inscription: On the back, the address and name