Vintage Ema wood plaque

Ema plaques are small wooden tablets found at Shinto shrines in Japan, where visitors write their wishes or prayers for good fortune, health, or success. After writing their message, they hang the plaque at the shrine, hoping the gods will grant their request. Often decorated with symbolic images, such as animals or seasonal motifs, ema plaques provide a unique way to express personal hopes in a public yet sacred space.