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The inao, which are mostly carved from willow wood, are used for
communication with the kamuy (souls/powerful beings). Depending on which kamuy
or in which ceremony they are used, they vary in shape.
their form. Through them, requests for hunting success, the protection of the family, the house and the
the settlement to the deities, but also to express gratitude for favours received.
favours. The ceremonial staff is short with a pointed lower end. Of the
only the lowest one is partially preserved. Three notches at the upper end
(itokpa marks), which served to identify families. In contrast to the usual type
the bracing is from top to bottom.
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Neck collar
suwat
Language: Ainu
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Hook
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Weaving sword
inau
Language: Ainu
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inao
ramat-kor-ikayop
Language: Ainu
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Ceremonial quiver
hoxchiri
Language: Ainu
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Amulet
chepenipapo
Language: Ainu
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Bowl
kar-op / tampaku-op
Language: Ainu
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Lighter container
shikarinpax
Language: Ainu
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Bowl
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