Buddhist Altar Shop Takita Shoten Prayer Beads Soto Zen Formal Prayer Beads Black Onyx Cherry Blossom Carving 8 inches Pure Silk Tassel with Head

Size: 8-inch size / Bead material: 108 black onyx main beads / Main beads: 5mm black onyx beads / Parent beads: 10mm cherry blossom carved black onyx beads / Tenzu beads: 4mm black onyx beads / Tassel material: Pure silk tassel with head (black/peach blossom color) / Note: Comes in a paulownia box This is a formal rosary for women of the Soto Zen sect, made of black onyx, a natural stone with a beautiful luster and jet black shine, with cute cherry blossom petals carved into it. Onyx, named after the Greek word for "nail," has been used as a talisman against evil since ancient times, and also appears in Greek mythology as the "nail of Venus." The clear jet black beads with a beautiful shine create a stylish atmosphere. The cute cherry blossom petals on the main bead are a stylish accent. You can enjoy the charm of the smooth, shiny, chic black onyx and the beauty of cherry blossoms, which are most loved by Japanese people, at any time. The tassels are made of pure silk with heads, made by artisans of "Kyoto fusa string", a traditional Kyoto craft, and the use of two colors of tassels further enhances the beauty of the beads. A serial number is attached as proof that it was made by a Kyo fusa string artisan. It comes with a tag from the Kyoto Rosary Manufacturing Wholesale Cooperative, which is only allowed to be attached to traditional "Kyoto prayer beads". It is a masterpiece made by a Kyoto prayer bead maker with expert skills. Comes with a "Kyoto prayer bead maker's production certificate" issued by Takita Shoten, proof of Takita Shoten's brand quality. Comes with a certificate issued by Takita Shoten, proof of Takita Shoten's brand quality. These are official prayer beads for women of the Soto Zen sect. It uses 5mm black onyx beads and the main bead is black onyx with cherry blossom carving. It comes with a tassel attached to the head of pure silk. The rosary will be delivered in a paulownia box. Onyx is said to have the power to ward off evil thoughts and bad spirits and grant reason. It is said that it also has the power to give you the perseverance and willpower to move forward. It is also known as a symbol of success, and is said to be a stone that supports you in completing your goals without giving up. These prayer beads have been made by a Kyoto prayer bead maker who has mastered the traditional techniques of Kyoto prayer bead making. It comes with a tag from the Kyoto Rosary Manufacturing Wholesale Cooperative, which is only permitted to be attached to traditional "Kyoto prayer beads." The tassels are made of pure silk tassels with heads, made by artisans of "Kyoto Fushimi Himo", a traditional Kyoto craft. We will attach a serial number to prove that it was made by a Kyofusa Himo craftsman. "Formal prayer beads" are official prayer beads that have a set shape for each sect. Prayer beads are a symbol of one's Buddhist faith, so please choose prayer beads that correspond to your sect.