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 Shingon Buddhist prayer bead for men with "Komyo Shingon" engraved on black onyx, a natural stone with a beautiful luster that shines in jet black. Black onyx is very popular among men because of its strong impression and formal atmosphere due to its color. "Komyo Shingon" is a short sutra consisting of 23 characters plus a rest "un" for a total of 24 Sanskrit characters. It is a very powerful mantra that, when chanted with one's whole heart, can remove all evil. "Komyo Shingon" is carefully engraved in silver on black onyx, and the Sanskrit characters of Dainichi Nyorai and Kobo Daishi are engraved on the center bead. The combination with agate accents is also exquisite. This bead is perfect to carry with you on your pilgrimage to the 88 pilgrimage sites in Shikoku. The tassel is a beautiful and supple Kyoto-made pure silk flower Brahma tassel with an image of a lotus flower. It comes with a tag of Kyoto Bead Manufacturing Wholesalers Association, which only traditional "Kyo-nenju" are allowed to put on. It is a gem tailored by the master craftsman of Kyoto. Black Onyx Onyx is said to have the power to shake off evil thoughts and bad spirits and give us reason. It is also said that Onyx gives us perseverance and strength of will to move forward. Onyx is also called "the symbol of success" and is said to support people to accomplish their goals without giving up. Agate Agate has been used since ancient times as a prayer for a good harvest and as a talisman for good health and longevity. It has also been used as a talisman for children. It is believed to have the power to prevent troubles in the family and to improve interpersonal relations by fostering courage and energy. 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.