{"product_id":"10243033334060","title":"Gray Gassho Jizo Statue Aji Granite Stone Sculpture Handmade Japanese","description":"\u003c!-- Gray Small Jizo Statue – Aji Stone “Komame” (fine-grain) · 2025 Model — Japan (BODY ONLY \/ Shopify) --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGray Small Jizo Statue – Aji Stone “Komame” (Fine-grain) · 2026 Model — Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"note\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn stock. Ready to ship from Japan.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone: Aji granite stone “Komame” (fine-grain), Kagawa, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Tataki (hand-hammered), matte texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted by skilled stonemasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips from Japan with tracking; careful protective packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"jp-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"jp-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" width=\"30%\"\u003eAvailability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn stock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSakamoto Stone Art Co., Ltd.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eModel Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGray Small Jizo Statue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eStone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAji granite stone “Komame” (fine-grain)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKagawa, Japan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTataki (hand-hammered), matte expression\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003ePieces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 piece (single sculpture)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions (H × W × D) \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-table-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"jp-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" width=\"30%\"\u003eHeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.9 in (12.5 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0 in (7.5 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.6 in (6.5 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.16 lb (980 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"jp-hr\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlease Check the Photos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eStone is natural. Grain, tone, and tiny tool marks vary from piece to piece. Please review all photos for the exact character of this item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAji Stone “Komame” – Seventy Million Years, Finished by the Chisel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eAji stone is widely known as one of Japan’s finest granite stones. “Komame” is the fine-grain grade within Aji granite stone, defined by an exceptionally tight and uniform crystal structure. Its origins date back approximately \u003cstrong\u003e85–70 million years ago\u003c\/strong\u003e (Late Cretaceous), when magma deep underground cooled slowly and crystallized into granite stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eWhat makes Komame exceptional is not shine—it is density and precision. Because the grain is so fine, the stone holds crisp lines and clean edges, and it responds beautifully to traditional finishes. On a \u003cem\u003etataki\u003c\/em\u003e (hand-hammered) surface, Komame does not rely on polish for its presence. Instead, it shows a quiet, even texture: subtle highs and lows made by the tool, and a calm matte expression that feels grounded and honest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eOver time, this finish deepens rather than fades. Light settles softly across the hammered plane, and seasonal moisture and air bring gentle changes. The stone’s character grows more natural—closer to the Japanese sense of beauty found in restraint, imperfection, and time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eAji stone Komame, tataki-finished—where 70 million years of Earth’s slow craft meet the timeless calm of Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Jizo (Guardian Deity)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eJizo is beloved in Japanese culture as a gentle guardian—often associated with travelers and children—symbolizing compassion and quiet protection. A small Jizo brings a calm presence to an entryway, shelf, alcove, or garden corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow about your guardian deity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"note\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray Small Jizo Statue × 1 (Aji granite stone “Komame”)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective packing for international shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"note\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace on a stable, level surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle carefully—avoid impacts and point loads on edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean with water and a soft brush; do not use acids, bleach, or harsh chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Duties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"note\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips from Japan with tracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImport duties\/taxes are not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e The buyer is responsible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease check with your country’s customs office before purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur Store\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"note\"\u003eWe specialize in authentic Japanese stone products made by skilled stonemasons. We post detailed photos so you can check the real condition before purchase. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\" class=\"right small\"\u003eWritten on: 2026-02-24 (JST)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Japanstones.shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52689324704044,"sku":null,"price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/0522\/1164\/files\/japanstonesshop-9655775.jpg?v=1771929494","url":"https:\/\/japanstones.shop\/products\/10243033334060","provider":"Japanstones.shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}