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Kotoji Mofit Tsuba


Sergio M

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Dear Sergio,

 

As you may already know, the "Kotoji" on most tosogu are part of a musical instrument instead of a lantern.  That's why it doesn't have a lantern part at the top.  The Kotoji is a "bridge" for the "Koto" musical instrument.

 

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Dear Sergio,

 

FYI - the "Kotoji" on most tosogu are part of a musical instrument instead of a lantern.  That's why it doesn't have a lantern part at the top.  The Kotoji is a "bridge" for the "Koto" musical instrument.

 

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Thank you very much for the info Mr. George.

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