We have selected Buddhist statues of the traditional craft 'Takaoka Doki,' which has been passed down for four centuries. The pure silver statues, created using traditional techniques, possess a unique texture, color, and durability distinct from wooden carved Buddha statues. These extremely small Buddha statues are easy to decorate in your surroundings, serving as a charm for yourself and a guardian for your household."
【Made of silver】
This Buddhist statue is made using silver with a purity of 92.5% or higher.
【The guardian deity of the zodiac <Eight Buddha statues>】
Everyone has a "guardian deity" determined by the Chinese zodiac sign of their birth year, providing protection throughout their life. Each zodiac sign has its designated guardian deity, often referred to as the "Zodiac Guardian Deity." The tradition of worshiping one's guardian deity based on their zodiac sign is ancient and has become widespread nationwide. It is said that praying to the guardian deity of one's birth year brings peaceful days. Additionally, having items related to one's zodiac sign nearby is considered auspicious, making the Zodiac Guardian Deity an ideal talisman for good luck and protection. By spending time with the guardian deity, one can receive protection from disasters, various blessings, and the enhancement of positive traits while suppressing negative ones.
【Amitabha Buddha】
Zodiac Signs: Dog ・Boar Sanskrit Character: Kirīk
Mantra: On, A, Miri, Ta, Tei, Zei, Ka, Ra, Un
Benefits: Peace in this world, Blessings and longevity, Rebirth in the Pure Land
Amitabha Buddha, who established forty-eight great vows to save all sentient beings, possesses boundless compassion. With a heart full of great compassion, Amitabha liberates people from suffering and anxiety, bestowing eternal tranquility. In the Pure Land of the Western direction, those who sincerely believe in Amitabha Buddha and recite "Namu Amida Butsu" are said to be reborn immediately in the Pure Land upon death, where Amitabha continues to teach the Dharma.