This stone "Natsuyamaishi 夏山石" is from Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture.
It is mainly used for lanterns and stone statues (Buddha statues, guardian dogs, etc.)
because it has a fine grain and is sticky, making it suitable for detailed processing.
Large stones are also easy to obtain, so they are often used for torii gates and stone monuments.
Because it is a stone that easily absorbs water, it is easy for moss to grow and flavor to develop.
It is a stone whose price has soared due to a decrease in the amount mined in recent years.
It took a week to create by a craftsman specializing in stone statues.
The black part of the stone is iron.
Mini Jizo with Globus cruciger
The stone Jizo is a familiar Buddha who grants the wishes of all living beings.
We have created this traditional Buddha in the form of one holding a jewel (a jewel that grants wishes).
Mini Jizo with Globus cruciger
2019 Model
Size
Length : 3in / 7.5cm
Width : 2.6in / 6.5cm
Height : 4.8in / 12cm
Weight : 1.89lb / 857g
