Phallic object made of straw, hanging over a river for use in Shinto rites

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This phallic object made from straw and hung over the river is part of a Shinto ritual to protect the local people from plagues and other dangers. It also involves prayers for prosperity and abundant harvests. The object is known as the Kanjo rope or Ozuna. A similar female object exists in a neighboring village. Inabuchi, Asuka area, Nara Prefecture, Japan.

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Size: 2383px × 3560px
Location: Inabuchi, Asuka Mura, Nara Prefecture, Kansai / Kinki region, Japan
Photo credit: © CulturalEyes-DH / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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