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This stone, Hanazawa Stone, is from Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture.
Hanazawa Komeishi is a Japanese granite with a 70-million-year history, valued for its beauty and workability. It has been used in landscapes, sculptures, and architecture across Japan and the world.
In Japan, the sleeping cat is a symbol of peace. The cat’s gentle facial expression is carved with a wish for harmony and calm.
📏 Product Details
| Item |
Sleeping Cat Statue |
| Brand |
Tomatsu Miki Stone Works |
| Stone |
Hanazawa Komeishi Granite "Toyota City Stone" |
| Length |
3.8 in / 9.65 cm |
| Width |
6 in / 15.24 cm |
| Height |
4 in / 10.16 cm |
| Weight |
5.88 lbs / 2.666 kg |
| Year Made |
2023 |
| Shipping Method |
Air (FedEx / UPS / DHL) |
🪨 About Hanazawa Komeishi Granite
Hanazawa Komeishi is a premium granite quarried in the Rokushosan area of Matsudaira Town, Toyota City, Japan.
This stone was formed approximately 70 million years ago during the Late Cretaceous to Early Paleogene period. It developed its beautiful, fine-grained texture through deep geological processes.
🌟 Features
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Fine Grain Texture: Known as "Nukame", perfect for precision carving
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Toughness & Durability: Excellent for stone lanterns, Buddhist statues, and gravestones
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Elegant White Color: Polished surface remains dignified even outdoors
🏯 Applications
- Japanese garden stone lanterns and sculptures
- Gravestones, Buddhist statues, Komainu (lion-dog) statues
- Memorial monuments and public art
- Interior décor and artisan crafts
⛏️ History & Quarry
Full-scale quarrying began during the Meiji era. Today, Hanazawa Komeishi remains a central material in the Okazaki stonecraft industry, prized by skilled artisans throughout Japan.
🌏 Geological Background
Hanazawa Komeishi is part of the Ryoke Metamorphic Belt, one of Japan’s largest granite zones. It was formed through deep magmatic activity associated with plate subduction, giving it exceptional workability and fine crystal structure.
🔒 Authenticity & Seller Assurance
- ✅ 100% genuine handmade Japanese product
- ✅ Brand: Tomatsu Miki Stone Works
- ✅ Fast, secure air shipping from Japan
📦 Taxes & Import Duties
Note: Import taxes, customs duties, and any handling fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility and may vary by country. Please check your local customs office for details before purchasing.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Thank you for supporting authentic Japanese stone craftsmanship!
