Japanese Talisman Maneki Kappa Folklore Giant Salamander River Blessings Figurine
Japanese Talisman Maneki Kappa Folklore Giant Salamander River Blessings Figurine
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Japanese Talisman Maneki Kappa Folklore Giant Salamander River Blessings Figurine

$ 16.99

DESCRIPTION

A Kappa ("river-child"), alternatively called kawatarō ("river-boy"), komahiki ("horse puller"), or kawako ("river-child"), is a yōkai found in Japanese folklore. The name is a combination of the words kawa (river) and wappa, a variant form of warawa (also warabe) "child." In Shintō they are considered to be one of many suijin ("water deity"), their yorishiro, or one of their temporary appearances. A hairy kappa is called a Hyōsube. There are more than eighty other names associated with the kappa in different regions, including kawappa, gawappa, kōgo, mizushi, mizuchi, enkō, kawaso, suitengu, and dangame. Along with the oni and the tengu, the kappa is among the best-known yōkai in Japan. Kappa have been used to warn children of the dangers lurking in rivers and lakes. It has been suggested that the kappa legends are based on the Japanese giant salamander or hanzaki, an aggressive salamander that grabs its prey with its powerful jaws.
  • This cute charm measures 3.75" tall, 3.5" long and 2.5" wide approximately.
  • It is made of designer composite resin, hand painted and polished.
This cute charm measures 3.75" tall, 3.5" long and 2.5" wide approximately.Atlantic Collectibles

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