Antique okimono "Tiger", bronze. Japan, 20th centuryOkimono is something that serves as decoration for a niche in a Japanese home and is made of bone, bronze, wood, or a combination of these materials.The tiger is one of the sacred animals of Eastern culture, a symbol of power, rage and strength, protection from evil and disease, and is also a symbol of the protection of children. A warrior considered it a compliment if his strength was equated to that of a tiger.