Kotoshogiku v Homasho Kensho Envelope

You have seen the large stacks of prize envelopes being awarded to the winners of Makuuchi bouts.

This is a rare kensho envelope from a match between Ozeki Kotoshogiku and Homasho.

This item has been on the dohyo and handed to the winner. They fought 19 times over an 8 year period - with Kotoshogiku winning 15 times.

Kensho envelopes are exceedingly rare - they are given as gifts to high end supporters, family or connections of the heya.

The cash has been removed.