Kangi-ten (歓喜天)
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Kangiten (Kangi-ten) is a compact figure associated in Japan with the harmonizing of forces that are often held apart—desire and discipline, prosperity and devotion, intimacy and responsibility.
This small tsuge (boxwood) carving is sized for a shelf or tabletop, offering a quiet presence for those who value balance and steadiness in everyday life.
About this piece
Carved from tsuge (boxwood), this piece is made as a small-scale devotional-style figure with smooth, rounded volumes suited to the wood’s fine grain. The model follows a widely recognized Kangiten iconography seen in Japanese esoteric Buddhist contexts, where the form may appear with an elephant head and human body and, in some traditions, as an embracing pair. This type of image exists as a traditional sculptural format for private veneration and household display, made in a size that can be kept close and handled carefully when arranging a personal space.
Cultural note
In Japan, Kangiten is generally understood within Shingon and related esoteric traditions as a deity connected with the harmonizing of wishes and circumstances, often approached in a practical, everyday spirit—especially around household well-being and the smoothing of relationships and fortunes. Images like this are treated with respect as religious representations: people commonly place them in a clean, settled spot, keep the area tidy, and handle the figure with calm intention rather than casually. If you choose to display it, a simple mindset of gratitude and discretion is considered appropriate, and it is often kept away from places associated with clutter, disrespect, or rough use.
Details
- Size: H 9.0 × W 5.5 × D 5.0 cm
- Material: Tsuge (boxwood)
- Origin: Made in China
Placement & care
- Place on a stable, clean surface where it won’t be easily bumped or knocked over.
- Avoid direct sunlight and high humidity to help preserve the wood’s finish over time.
- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth; avoid chemical cleaners or soaking.
- Handle with clean, dry hands and return it to its place with care after moving.
Shipping timeline
- Ships within 2–3 business days.
Consecration (Eye-opening Ceremony)
You can choose an option to consecrate this statue before shipping from Japan. If you select this option, we will bring the statue for an eye-opening ceremony and ship it to you after the ritual is complete.
This is recommended if you want your statue to be more than an object — a presence you can practice with.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ 1: Can I pay in my local currency?
Answer: Yes, you’ll always pay in your local currency (the currency of your shipping country). For clarity: you can view prices using the currency menu provided on our site, and when you check out, your payment will be processed in your local currency (USD, CAD, GBP, EUR, AUD, NZD, CNY, JPY, or others) — all handled securely in real time, with no manual conversion needed.
Real Results: No surprises at checkout, no hidden conversions, and no extra steps. Everything feels smooth and familiar, just like shopping locally.
Takeaway: Shop globally, pay locally.
FAQ 2: How do I choose the right size?
Answer: Always check the size chart provided on product pages and match it with your body measurements. Japanese sizing runs true to size, but if you fall between two sizes, we recommend sizing up.
Real Results: Buyers who follow the size chart report a good fit and fewer exchanges.
Takeaway: Measure twice, buy once.
FAQ 3: What is your return policy?
Answer: Due to international logistics, we cannot accept returns unless the product is defective. Every item is inspected carefully before shipping.
Real Results: Since 2017, defect-related returns have been zero.
Takeaway: Quality first, defects zero.
FAQ 4: Will I have to pay customs duties or taxes?
Answer: Customs duties or import taxes may apply depending on your country's regulations. These are not included in the product price.
Real Results: US orders under $800 are typically duty-free. Other countries may apply VAT or small import fees.
Takeaway: Duties vary—check your country’s rules.
