Associations to the word «Kakemono»

Wiktionary

KAKEMONO, noun. (arts) A vertical Japanese scroll painting

Dictionary definition

KAKEMONO, noun. A Japanese (paper or silk) wall hanging; usually narrow with a picture or writing on it and a roller at the bottom.

Wise words

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