Amida Nyorai (Amitabha) (阿弥陀如来)

Amida Nyorai — carved in hinoki (Japanese cypress) — is a quietly present figure with a light, gentle feel.

Often chosen for spaces where the atmosphere is meant to be calm and reassuring, this piece offers a simple, settled presence without visual noise.

About this piece

This statue is made by wood carving in hinoki (Japanese cypress), a pale, fine-grained wood valued for its clean look and soft warmth. The form follows the established Amida Nyorai model commonly used for household and temple images, shaped with balanced proportions and a calm, symmetrical posture. This type of figure exists within a long tradition of devotional sculpture, produced so the same recognizable form can be placed in a personal or shared setting as a consistent, familiar image.

Cultural note

In Japan, images of Amida Nyorai are closely associated with Pure Land Buddhism (Jōdo and Jōdo Shinshū), where Amida is regarded as the Buddha who receives beings with compassion and guides them toward liberation. Such statues are approached as respectful religious images: people tend to place them in a clean, settled spot, handle them with care, and avoid casual treatment (for example, placing them directly on the floor or in disorderly areas). Even in non-temple settings, the usual mindset is quiet respect—keeping the space around the figure tidy and approaching it with a composed intention.

Details

• Size: H 26.0 × W 12.0 × D 12.0 cm
• Material: Hinoki (Japanese Cypress)
• Origin: Made in China

Placement & care

• Place on a stable, level surface where it won’t be easily bumped.
• Choose a clean, calm spot (a shelf or small altar-style surface is common).
• Avoid direct sunlight, high humidity, and rapid temperature changes to help preserve the wood.
• Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth; avoid water and household cleaners.

Shipping timeline

• Ships within 2–3 business days.