At a Glance
You will receive the exact Inari fox statue shown in the photos: a hand-carved gray granite fox made from Hanazawa Stone (2012 model). Tracked air shipping by FedEx / UPS / DHL.
Specs
| Title | Inari Fox Statue — Gray Granite | Hanazawa Stone | 2012 Model | Shipping from Japan | Japan |
|---|---|
| Maker | Stone Carving Works Tomatsu |
| Stone | Hanazawa Stone (Granite) — Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan |
| Finish | Natural stone finish. Dark/black areas are biotite (a natural mineral in granite). |
| Pieces | One piece |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 9.65 in × 3.54 in × 6.3 in (24.5 × 9 × 16 cm) |
| Weight | 8.15 lb (3.699 kg) |
| Year made | 2012 |
| Shipping | Air (FedEx / UPS / DHL), tracked |
Product Description
This Fox Inari Shrine Statue is carved from Hanazawa Stone, a Japanese granite quarried in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture. You will receive the exact statue shown in the photos (2012 model).
The dark/black areas are natural biotite, a mineral commonly found in granite.
What This Inari Fox Statue Represents
Inari shrines are dedicated to Inari Ōkami, associated with agriculture, fertility, business success, and prosperity. Foxes (kitsune) are not worshiped as gods themselves—they are respected as sacred messengers. In a Japanese garden, an Inari fox statue is often placed as a symbol of protection and presence.
Placement Guide for a Japanese Garden
- Entry / approach: Place it near a gate, garden path, or an approach area to create a “guardian” feeling.
- Easy to place: At 8.15 lb (3.699 kg), it can be positioned on a stable stone base or firm, level ground.
- Outdoor use: Granite is weather-resistant and suitable for outdoor placement.
About Hanazawa Stone (Granite)
Hanazawa Stone is quarried in Hanazawa-cho, Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. This granite is valued for its balanced hardness, toughness, and uniformly fine grain. It is widely used for premium tombstones, monuments, and sculptures, and it also performs well for decorative stonework.
About the Maker
Stone Carving Works Tomatsu is a Japanese stone workshop known for skilled carving work. This listing features a hand-carved granite fox statue created using traditional stoneworking techniques.
Shipping Notes
- Carrier: FedEx / UPS / DHL (air)
- Tracking: included
- Customs: import duties/taxes may apply depending on your country
- Exact item: you will receive the statue shown in the photos
FAQ
Can this granite statue be used outdoors?
Yes. Granite is commonly used outdoors and is resistant to weathering. Natural surface changes over time are part of the stone’s character.
Do you ship the exact item in the photos?
Yes. You will receive the exact statue shown in the photos.
