Description

Thank you for visiting our site. Items will be shipped from Japan after confirmation by Japanese staff. We hope that we can be of any help to you. Description [Juzu] Juzu is the Buddhist rosary which has 108 beads representing 108 worldly sins. People hold the rosaries over their joined hands as they recite invocations. This is a large Soto Zen Buddhist prayer bead for use by temples and priests. It is made of black persimmon, one of Japan's most representative woods and one of the most difficult woods to obtain today. Kurogaki, with its beautiful black and white patterns, is characterized by its smooth wood surface. Kurogaki has long been prized as a tree that brings good fortune in the form of money, and many artifacts made from kurogaki have been included in the treasures of the Shosoin Repository at Todaiji Temple. The tassel is a beautiful and supple Kyoto-made pure silk flower Brahma tassel with an image of a lotus flower. Please note that the photos may vary to some degree from the actual products. The package and instruction manual may be written in Japanese. Other product specifications may be also for Japan. Shipping We ship our products by Japan Post, FedEX or DHL etc. Deliveries may take longer depending on shipping conditions. Please see above for shipping costs and returns. International Buyers - Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. If the cancellation is due to the buyer, we will charge a PayPal fee. If there is a remote charge for your address, we will charge you for additional shipping. Thank you for your understanding.