Agyo (Nio Guardian) Mask signed coordinated series of movements in

coordinated series of movements in the traditional dance

The Kojyo (小尉) mask is just one example of the many different types of masks used by the traditional Japanese actors of Noh theater

These dances were important in appeasing the gods

It is said that if Shishimai bites your head

Agyo (Nio Guardian) Mask signed coordinated series of movements inTraditional Japanese Agyo Mask Description Agyo () is one of the Nio (Benevolent Kings), a pair of protectors who stand guard outside the temple gate at most Buddhist temples in Japan, one on either side of the entrance. The Nio are there to protect the temple from evil spirits, demons, and humans wanting to rob from the temple. Material Traditional Japanese plaster & resin Sizing Please see pictures for sizing. (We use a tennis ball for customers to