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Waniguchi, Oyaji Temple, Utsunomiya, Japan

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At Oya Temple in Utsunomiya, Japan, this waniguchi is sounded by worshippers to attract the deity’s attention by shaking the rope in front.

As denoted by its kanji (鰐口), waniguchi literally means “crocodile (or alligator) mouth”. It is named like this due to the instrument’s striking visual resemblance.

Shot with Mamiya 6 and 50mm f/4 lens on Fujicolor Pro 400H medium-format film.
Developed and scanned by Carmencita Film Lab.

At Oya Temple in Utsunomiya, Japan, this waniguchi is sounded by worshippers to attract the attention of the deity by shaking the rope in front.

Waniguchi, Oyaji Temple, Utsunomiya, Japan

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Norbert Woehnl

Norbert Woehnl

Norbert Woehnl is a Photographer in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in Travel, Location, Editorial and Street Photography.
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