{"product_id":"agyo-nio-guardian-mask-15","title":"Agyo (Nio Guardian) Mask","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eJapanese Agyo Mask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCheck out this vintage handmade Agyo Guadian sourced and shipped directly from Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful Japanese mask was handmade by skilled Japanese artisans, capturing the fierce look and strength of the Agyo. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOur team of licensed antique dealers here in Japan hand-sourced all our masks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eYou may have seen the Agyo outside some of Japan's famous temples. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAgyo Meaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Agyo is one of the Nio guardians, also known as \"Benevolent Kings,\" a pair of statues found at the entrances of many Buddhist temples in Japan. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThey protect the temple from evil spirits, demons, and human robbers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Nio statues are muscular, fierce-looking warriors, often bare-chested and holding weapons, which contrasts with the peaceful and zen image associated with Buddhism.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe open-mouthed guardian is called \"Agyo,\" who is speaking the sound \"ah,\" symbolizing birth and the beginning of all things. The closed-mouth guardian, known as \"Ungyo,\" makes the sound \"un,\" representing death and the end of everything. This pairing symbolizes the alpha and omega, or the beginning and end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAgyo Mask \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eJapanese Craftsmanship:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Handmade in Japan, each mask \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis crafted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to capture the details and powerful expression of the agyo.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDirect from Japan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e This mask was hand-sourced by a Japanese licensed antique dealer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eVersatile Decoration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Perfect for adding a unique, dramatic touch to any space, be it a tattoo studio, living room, or art gallery.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eInspirational Art Reference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e An essential mask for tattoo artists seeking authentic Japanese motifs and anyone interested Japanese mythology.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Please see the pictures for sizing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Please note that all the masks listed are old and have \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ebeen used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e by Japanese people. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e gives the items various weathering and imperfections. You can see the quality of the items in the photos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eYou will receive the item in the photo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eShipping:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e ***PLEASE NOTE: When ordering, please include a contact telephone number for the courier shipping documents. We must ship with a telephone number.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAll items shipped via Japan Post or Yamato Courier \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003einclude a tracking number.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eImport duties, taxes, and charges \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eare not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e in the item price or shipping cost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThese charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine these additional costs before bidding or buying.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eReturns:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Returns \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eare only accepted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e on items that Japan Post or Yamato Courier has damaged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSHOP More Japanese Masks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCheck out our other collections of traditional Japanese masks: \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Oni Mask\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wabisabimart.com\/collections\/oni-mask\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tengu Mask\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wabisabimart.com\/collections\/tengu-mask\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wabisabimart.com\/collections\/oni-mask\" title=\"Oni Mask\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOni Masks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wabisabimart.com\/collections\/tengu-mask\" title=\"Tengu Mask\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTengu Masks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wabisabimart.com\/collections\/hannya-mask\" title=\"Tengu Mask\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHannya Masks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Wabisabi Mart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48211713720570,"sku":null,"price":126.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0635\/2833\/7658\/files\/IMG_0193.heic?v=1768089627","url":"https:\/\/www.wabisabimart.com\/en-us\/products\/agyo-nio-guardian-mask-15","provider":"Wabisabi Mart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}