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The Karura is said to be enormous

Japanese Susanoo no Mikoto Mask

" symbolizing birth and the beginning of all things

In mythology

the mask does not display joy or cuteness

Batou Mask hyottoko The Karura is said toJapanese Batou Mask Description Batou () Mask is a Traditional Bugaku Court Dance Mask. The Bat mask is a rare and intense feature of bugaku, the ancient Japanese imperial court dance tradition thats been performed for more than 1,200 years. What Is the Bat Mask? Its worn in a solo performance called hashirimai (running dance), part of the Right Side (uho) repertoire of bugaku. The dance is known for its speed and physicality, and its origin story