"The Beauty of National Treasures and the Gods of Kumano Hayatama Shrine" Exhibition

Wakayama Prefectural Museum

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Kumano Hayatama Shrine possesses approximately 1000 treasures dedicated to the gods, and are designated as National Treasures. With a diverse range of treasures including accessories, weapons and gifts, the motifs that are painted and or engraved symbolize the dedicators' social status. This exhibition features selected pieces from the collection.

[Image: "Akome" National treasure (around 1390) Courtesy of Wakayama Prefectural Museum]