Monju Bosatsu – Judgment

Monju Bosatsu (Mañjuśrī) is presented here in a compact Takaoka dōki bronze figure, defined by a quiet surface and clear, traditional attributes: a sword in the right hand and a scripture in the left.

Made to sit comfortably on a desk, shelf, or small altar space, this piece offers a steady visual focus—an image associated in Japan with “Monju no chie,” the kind of wisdom understood as clear judgment rather than mere accumulation of knowledge.

About this piece

This statue is produced in bronze using the Takaoka dōki tradition of metal casting, a long-established craft lineage from Takaoka, Japan, known for durable forms and restrained finishing. The model follows a standard iconographic format for Monju Bosatsu—sword and sutra—maintained through workshop practice so the figure remains legible and consistent across generations. Such forms have been made historically for temple settings and for private devotional spaces, where compact cast images allow the presence of a classical Buddhist figure in a scale suited to the home.

Cultural note

In Japan, Buddhist images are generally regarded as objects of reverence rather than decoration, and they are approached with a calm, respectful mindset. Monju Bosatsu is widely understood as a bodhisattva connected with wisdom and discernment—often invoked by people engaged in study, decision-making, or responsibilities that require clear judgment. When keeping such an image at home, many people choose a clean, settled place, avoid placing it directly on the floor, and handle it with care (often with clean hands), treating it as something to be approached thoughtfully rather than casually.

Details

• Size: 145(H) × 75(W) × 55(D) mm
• Material: Bronze
• Origin: Made in Japan

Placement & care

• Place on a stable, level surface where it won’t be easily bumped.
• Avoid direct sunlight and high humidity to help maintain the surface over time.
• For routine care, dust gently with a soft, dry cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners.
• If placing in a shared living space, choose a spot that feels orderly and respectful rather than casual or cluttered.

Shipping timeline

• It may take up to 30 days to make this product before it is shipped to you.