Yamada Nami | Museum Goods Walk 12 -- Thinking About Museum Goods While Collecting Omamori
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Yamada Nami reflects on museum goods while collecting omamori, uncovering their symbolic meanings and cultural significance.Summary
Yamada Nami explores how museums create omamori (traditional Japanese charms) that symbolize concepts like growth, regeneration, and protection. These omamori are not mere souvenirs but carry deeper meanings tied to museum collections and activities. Examples include a butterfly-themed omamori representing growth and a snake-skin omamori symbolizing regeneration. The article emphasizes the role of design in conveying these meanings and the emotional connection omamori foster between museums and visitors.
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