Shinjayiiche

In Mukori belief, a shinjayiiche (Onshokoese: , literally "dream spider") is a type of dreamcatcher which is a handmade willow hoop, often decorated with sacred beads or pebbles, that are traditionally hung over beds as protection from malevolent spirits and nightmares. They are hand-woven by the shrines' nomudachi (maidens), and are popular among families with infants and young children. Most shinjayiichechi will have a spider-shaped bead in the middle that represents the mythical water spider Sdwihgiche, who is believed to have brought the knowledge of firemaking, crafting, and protection from evil spirits to the Onshokoese people.

Shinjayiichechi are a internationally-recognized symbol of Onshokoese culture and gained popularity as widely marketed "Onshokoese crafts items" since the 1980s.

Origin myth

Onshokoese historian TBD recorded in 1929 an Onshokoese folktable according to which the "spiderwebs" protective charms originate with Sdwihgiche; a benevolent spider deity who takes care of the children and the people on the land. As the Onshokoese spread throughout Eastern Etheisia, it became difficult for Sdwihgiche to reach all the children. So she instructed the mothers and grandmothers that they weave webs for the children, using willow hoops and sinew, or cordage made from plants.