Miyajima Shamoji (Rice Paddle) Design Featuring Itsukushima Shrine's Great Torii Gate and Miyajima Ropeway

Miyajima Ladles (Shamoji), a historic specialty product of Miyajima (Itsukushima). They are popular for their practicality and auspicious meaning.

[Material and Decoration]
Made from natural cherry wood, the surface is decorated with illustrations of the Great Torii gate, a symbol of Itsukushima Shrine, and the Miyajima Ropeway, expressing the essence of Miyajima.

[Meaning as an Auspicious Item]
Miyajima ladles are known as auspicious items, playing on the word meshi-toru (to serve rice), meaning to conquer enemies or to scoop up good fortune, making them popular as souvenirs and gifts.

[History]
It is said to have been invented in the late Edo period by Seishin, a monk from Miyajima, by the shape of the biwa (Japanese lute) held by Benzaiten at Itsukushima Shrine.

[Features] Beautiful wood grain that prevents rice from sticking, and sturdy enough not to warp even with hot rice.

* Thank you for viewing.
This item was stored in a kitchen cupboard.
It was purchased as a Miyajima souvenir in the past but has not been used.
Although it is new, it has been removed from its packaging, so there are several small scratches.

- Material: Natural wood, cherry
- Design: Great Torii gate and Miyajima Ropeway
- Size: Approximately 20.8cm
- Use: Shamoji for serving rice
- Place of Manufacture: Miyajima