In Japan, the historical Buddha is known as Shaka Nyorai. It is typically depicted wearing simple robes, without any accessories, jewelry, or weapons.

This 'Shaka 22.5cm' features a decorative support, intricately designed with a detailed pattern.

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Colour: Bronze Matte, Antique Gold, Bronze Gloss
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

Amida is one of the most revered savior figures in Japanese Buddhism. It appears frequently in Japanese religious paintings and statues.

It is also known as the 'Blessing Buddha' or 'Protection Buddha.' The raised right hand symbolically represents a shield or fearlessness, while the lower left hand signifies compassion. This statue embodies courage and offers protection from fear, delusion, and anger.

This 'Amida 23.5cm' features a gorgeous halo and decorative support, intricately designed with a detailed pattern.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

Yakushi, Bhaisajyaguru, is referred to as the ‘Medicine Buddha’. It is described as a doctor who cures suffering using the medicine of its teachings. It is often shown holding a small medicine jar.

In Japan, there are some yakushi statues called “nade yakushi”. People rub a part of the statue, then rub the same part of their body, praying for Yakushi to heal their ailments.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

In Japan, the historical Buddha is known as Shaka Nyorai. It is typically depicted wearing simple robes, without any accessories, jewelry, or weapons.

Our Sitting Shaka is also referred to as the 'Meditation Buddha.' Its hands are placed in the lap with palms facing upward and thumbs touching to form a circle, symbolizing a state of meditation. This pose was immensely popular across Asia, with numerous examples found throughout the region. Many of Japan's large Buddha statues, such as the Great Kamakura Buddha and the Takaoka Big Buddha, are depicted in the Meditation Pose.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

 

 

 

 

 

 

As one of Japan’s most beloved deities, Kannon is often referred to as the God or Goddess of Mercy and Compassion. It is commonly depicted holding a lotus bud or a water vase and wearing a crown that features a small image of Amida Buddha.

Kannon is said to appear in thirty-three different forms to save people. In modern Japan, these thirty-three forms serve as the basis for hundreds of Kannon Pilgrimage Circuits.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

Amida (阿弥陀如来): Protector of the Dog and Boar (pig)
Amida is one of the loftiest saviour figures in Japanese Buddhism.

It appears with great frequency in Japanese religious painting and statuary.

This Buddha is also called “Blessing Buddha” or "Protection Buddha". The raised right hand symbolically represent a shield or fearlessness and lower left hand means compassion. This statue signifies courage and offers protection from fear, delusion and anger.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

Fudo (不動明王): Protector of the Rooster

Fudo has a ferocious and menacing appearance, intended to frighten away evil spirits and destroy negative passions and ignorance. It is also revered as a deity that brings monetary fortune.

Typically, it holds a devil-subduing sword in its right hand, symbolizing wisdom cutting through ignorance, and a length of rope in its left hand, used to catch and bind demons.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

Dainichi (大日如来): Protector of the Sheep and Monkey

Its name means 'Spreader of Light in All Directions.' In Japanese Buddhism, Dainichi is considered the centre of the universe and the source of all phenomena.

Dainichi is often depicted with a distinctive hand gesture called the Mudra of Six Elements. In this gesture, the index finger of the left hand is clasped by the five fingers of the right hand, symbolizing the unity of the five worldly elements (earth, water, fire, air, and space) with a sixth element, spiritual consciousness.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

Seishi (勢至菩薩): Protector of the Horse

Seishi literally means "arrival of the great strength". It illuminates all creation with the light of wisdom, and gives supreme strength to all creatures. Its crown often shows a small water vase, which symbolizes wisdom.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

Fugen (普賢菩薩): Protector of the Dragon and Snake

It is known as the 'Great Conduct' Bodhisattva.

Fugen is often depicted holding a lotus flower and riding an elephant, symbolising the great power of Buddhist practice in overcoming all obstacles. It helps in attaining lives of eternal happiness through the virtues of intellect and compassion.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

Monju (文殊菩薩): Protector of the Rabbit

Monju, or Manjusri, symbolizes wisdom and the enlightened mind. It is depicted holding a flaming sword in its right hand, representing the realization of transcendent wisdom that cuts through ignorance and duality. It is also shown sitting on a lion, symbolizing the use of wisdom to tame the mind.

Along with Shaka Nyorai and Fugen, Monju forms the Shakyamuni Trinity in Buddhism. Monju is associated with wisdom, while Fugen is associated with action.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

Kokuzo (虚空蔵菩薩): Protector of the Ox and Tiger

It symbolizes the boundless Buddha wisdom and mercy that permeate the universe. It is often translated in English as Space Repository or Sky Repository, for its wisdom and compassion are said to be as boundless as the sky.

It frequently holds the wish-granting jewel.

In Japan, believers pray to Kokuzo to grant them wisdom on their quest toward enlightenment, and to improve their memory, technical skills, and artistic talents.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

Senju (千手観音): Protector of the Rat

Its name means 'Thousand-Armed Kannon.' It is depicted with a thousand arms, each holding a unique symbolic attribute. The compassionate Kannon uses its 1,000 eyes to witness suffering and its 1,000 hands to relieve it. Kannon is believed to embrace and alleviate the suffering of the world.

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Colour: Bronze Matte (KBS), Antique Gold (KBK), Bronze Gloss (KBC)
Material: Zinc alloy
Made in Takaoka-shi, Japan

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