Location: Eiheiji Temple 永平寺, Fukui Prefecture Size: 8 x 10 x 1.6cm
Eiheiji is one of Japan’s most revered Zen monasteries. Founded in 1244 by Dōgen Zenji, the founder of the Soto school of Zen Buddhism, Eiheiji is nestled deep in the forests of Fukui Prefecture, offering a serene sanctuary for deep spiritual practice.
Tsuko-Tegata is a kind of wooden passport that was used in the Edo Period as an identity card for travelers when passing from region to region. They had been sold a lot in Showa period as mingei type souvenirs all over Japan. It's also a protector for safety and peace for family.
