This was found at Toshougu Shrine, which was founded in 1617, in Nikko, Japan. Does it remind you of a particular muppet? Could of Jim Henson gone to Japan, and become inspired, or is this just a coincidence?

Published by Hamish Downie

Hamish Downie is an Australian writer/producer and music video director based in Japan. Notable work includes the music video for Robyn Loau's single "Never Let You Down", and the multi-award winning short film, "An American Piano", which he wrote & produced, and was officially selected to screen at the TIFF Kids 2015 festival. His most recent short film, "Silence", his directorial debut, is travelling the festival circuit now, and has received a notable mention from the Let's All Be Free Festival in the UK. View all posts by Hamish Downie