如意(にょい)nyoi
僧侶が儀式などで手にし、威儀を整えるための道具。孫の手に似た形を呈する。
第71回 正倉院展、2019年
Nyoi
A Buddhist priest’s scepter, used primarily as an ornamental accessory during ritual functions. The large hand-like flared head reflects its original purpose as a back scratcher, but nyoi are used now to add solemnity to the occasion and dignity to the bearer.
74th Annual Exhibition of Shōsō-in Treasures, 2022