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This article is about the Japanese architectural decoration. Gibōshi may also refer to the Welsh onion (Allium fistulosum) or to hostas.

Gibōshi (擬宝珠) is a type of ornamental finial used on Japanese railings. [1] Gibōshi bridge ornaments resemble an onion; the ends are bulbous and typically come to a point. It is believed that the shape of gibōshi was from hōju (宝珠; "sacred gem" or " cintāmaṇi") which is used to decorate roofs. [2] They are often found on bridges in Japanese gardens, temples and shinto shrines. [2]

Gibōshi come in two styles; normal style and Kamakura style. [2]

A giboshi

See also

References

  1. ^ "Giboshi". Japanese Architecture and Art Net Users System (JAANUS). Retrieved 9 January 2013.
  2. ^ a b c "Giboshi/Product information｜Japanese traditional architecture decoration. MORIKUNI Co., Ltd". www.morikunijapan.com (in Japanese). Retrieved 3 January 2018.


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