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Mini Owl Statue | Okazaki Nakame Granite, 9 in
Mini Owl Statue | Okazaki Nakame Granite, 9 in
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At a Glance
In stock. This listing is for one Japanese granite mini owl statue made from Okazaki Nakame Stone. Please review the photos carefully for the stone texture, coloring, shape, and natural variations.
This Mini Owl Statue is made from Japanese granite quarried in the Okazaki region of Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is a 2026 model handcrafted by Kondo Stoneworks Co., Ltd., a Japanese stonemason workshop established in 1913.
The owl’s facial expression, wings, and outline are carefully shaped by skilled stoneworkers. After carving, the piece is finished with stoneworker-applied coloring to complete the owl’s character.
Specs
| Item | Mini Owl Statue |
|---|---|
| Stone | Okazaki Nakame Stone |
| Material | Japanese Granite |
| Origin | Okazaki region, Aichi Prefecture, Japan |
| Brand | Kondo Stoneworks Co., Ltd. |
| Workshop | Japanese stonemason workshop established in 1913 |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Style | Japanese granite owl statue |
| Finish | Hand-carved stone with stoneworker-applied coloring |
| Structure | Single-piece stone carving |
| Placement | Suitable for indoor display and sheltered outdoor placement |
| Shipping | Ships from Japan with tracking |
| Condition | New 2026 model / In stock |
About Size
| Height | 9.00 in / 23 cm |
|---|---|
| Width | 5.50 in / 14 cm |
| Length | 4.33 in / 11 cm |
| Weight | 13.23 lb / 6.0 kg |
About This Mini Owl Statue
This mini owl statue is made from rough Japanese granite. The stone is first machined close to the final size, then the rough outline is shaped with a grinder.
After the outline is prepared, the details are carved by hand using traditional stoneworking tools, including a setto hammer and chisel. The owl’s facial expression is especially difficult to reproduce in stone, because each detail must be created by carefully striking the stone with a chisel.
A great deal of time is spent creating the owl’s face, wings, and overall silhouette. The piece is then colored by hand to bring out the owl’s expression and complete the final appearance.
Although this is a compact owl statue, it has a solid weight of 13.23 lb / 6.0 kg. It has the grounded presence of natural granite and works well as a small guardian figure for a garden, entryway, or display space.
Owl Symbolism
Owls are popular as lucky charms both in Japan and overseas. They are often associated with wisdom, protection, good fortune, and a calm guardian presence.
This stone owl can be placed near an entryway, on a shelf, in a study, beside a small garden feature, or as a meaningful Japanese stone accent.
About Okazaki Nakame Stone
Okazaki Nakame Stone is a granitic stone from the Okazaki region of Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Okazaki is one of Japan’s traditional stoneworking areas, known for stone lanterns, garden ornaments, Buddhist stone figures, and other carved stone products.
Geologically, Okazaki Nakame Stone can be described as Late Cretaceous granite formed roughly 70 to 80 million years ago, when magma deep underground slowly cooled and solidified into stone. This slow cooling allowed visible mineral crystals to develop within the granite.
Dark mineral specks, white-looking mineral areas, tone variations, and fine stone grain are natural features of granite. They are not stains or defects.
Key Features
- Mini owl statue made from Okazaki Nakame Stone
- Japanese granite from the Okazaki region of Aichi Prefecture
- Handcrafted by Kondo Stoneworks Co., Ltd., established in 1913
- New 2026 model
- Carved with grinder, setto hammer, and chisel work
- Stoneworker-applied coloring finish
- Owl design associated with luck, wisdom, and protection
- Suitable for shelves, entryways, studies, and sheltered garden spaces
Ideas for Use
- Place it near an entryway as a quiet lucky charm.
- Use it on a shelf, desk, counter, or display stand.
- Display it in a study, reading corner, or office space.
- Add it to a sheltered garden corner or Japanese-style stone arrangement.
- Pair it with stone lanterns, bonsai, incense, or other Japanese-style decorative items.
Please Check the Photos
Natural stone varies in grain, tone, mineral pattern, surface texture, and coloring. Please check the photos carefully before purchase, including the face, wings, outline, and overall condition.
What’s Included
- Mini Owl Statue ×1
- Protective packing for international shipping
Care & Handling
- Please handle the statue carefully during setup.
- Place it on a stable, level surface.
- Indoor or sheltered outdoor placement is recommended.
- If placed outdoors, rain, sunlight, and time may gradually change the stone surface and coloring.
- Clean gently with a soft brush or dry cloth.
- Avoid detergents, acids, bleach, and harsh chemicals.
- Differences in grain, tone, mineral specks, carved texture, and coloring are normal characteristics of a hand-finished natural stone piece.
Shipping & Duties
- Ships from Japan with tracking.
- Each order is packed carefully to help reduce the risk of damage during international delivery.
- Please review the photos before purchase.
- Import duties, taxes, and related fees, if any, are the buyer’s responsibility.
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