Daikokuten – Abundance

A compact Daikokuten figure cast in metal in the Takaoka Dōki tradition, with a steady weight and crisp detailing that reads clearly at close range.

The familiar iconographic elements—rice bales underfoot, a small mallet, and a sack—are rendered with balanced proportions and a clean surface finish, making this an easy piece to live with on a shelf, desk, or cabinet.

About this piece

This work is produced through metal casting using techniques associated with Takaoka Dōki, a long-established casting tradition from Takaoka, Japan, known for precise molds, controlled silhouettes, and refined finishing. The model follows the widely recognized Japanese Daikokuten form—standing or dancing atop rice bales with mallet and sack—an image that became standardized through repeated workshop production for temples, household altars, and devotional settings. This form exists as part of a long craft-and-iconography lineage in which established attributes are preserved so the figure remains immediately identifiable while allowing the maker’s casting accuracy and surface treatment to define the final character of the piece.

Cultural note

In Japan, Daikokuten is widely known as a benevolent figure associated with prosperity, agriculture, and household well-being, with roots in Buddhist tradition and later integration into everyday religious life. Images like this are often approached less as decoration and more as a presence to be treated with consideration: placed in a clean, settled spot, handled with calm intention, and kept away from casual disrespect (for example, avoiding placement directly on the floor or in clutter). Many people also avoid positioning such figures in places associated with impurity, and choose a location where the statue can be seen and cared for with a steady, appreciative mindset.

Details

• Size: 95(H)×42(W)×50(D)mm; Weight: 516g
• Material: Zinc alloy
• Origin: Made in Japan

Placement & care

• Place on a stable, level surface where it won’t be easily knocked over.
• A clean shelf or cabinet at eye level is often preferred over placing the figure directly on the floor.
• Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners that can dull the finish.
• Keep away from prolonged moisture and direct heat to help preserve the surface over time.

Shipping timeline

• This product can take up to 10 days to ship.