November 26, 2008

What To Wear?

What do you wear to a 16th century gongyo as a warrior for Kosen-rufu?

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Don't forget to pack your travel altar when pilgrimaging from Kamakura to Mt. Minobu.

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I'm pretty sure it's not photoshop as they are for sale. But for ye of little faith...

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Different helmet

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Don't forget your omamori...

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How about Bishamonten, god of war and warriors, guardian of the north and one bad ass shoten zenjin.

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This is listed as "Kamakura Head Priest".

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Posted by joeisuzu at 02:42 AM | Comments (7)