Hannya Mask Tanabe Seisuke These masks serve two purposes:

These masks serve two purposes: They portray devils who create disasters or cause the plague

Batō and its mask have stayed part of imperial performance since the 8th century

but according to some depictions

Uba is a goddess incarnated as an old woman

They are known for their hate towards vain people

Hannya Mask Tanabe Seisuke These masks serve two purposes:Japanese Hannya Mask Capture the beauty and unique look with this handmade, vintage hannya mask sourced and shipped directly from Japan. This stunning Japanese mask, crafted by skilled artisans, embodies the powerful emotions and story behind one of the world's most captivating and well known masks. Our masks are hand sourced by our team of licensed antique dealers here in Japan. You may have seen a hannya mask tattoo or read about its long history in