This article is a sculpture of Indra, one of the Twelve Heavenly Generals. The Heavenly Generals are servant of Medicine Buddha(Yakushi Nyorai), and they protect The Twelve vows of Medicine Buddha, and people who believe in the Buddha.

Indra is also a guardian deity of the year of the horse, and said that his true nature is Ksitigarbha (Zizou Bosatsu).

The article is made from a single block of wood. Using different chisels, the item was carved delicately in detail. Surface of the article is colored with natural dye lightly, and the grain of the wood is not painted over intently to remain feeling of fine material. The gold color made in Kindei(paint including gold) accents the article.

The year of production: 2006
Material: Katsura tree, Natural dye from plant, gold
Size: H18
Unit price:$2690(S&H charge is not included)

* Katsura tree is one of the largest hardwoods in Asia Since the wood is hard to decay, it had been used as building materials. Color of its surface is white at first, and it would change to beautiful red due to the passage of time.

*Regarding property of wooden sculpture
Almost all of sculpture made from natural wood has possibilities of damaging such as chaps and cracks by changes of the climate. Mr.Ishikawa is well acquainted with the wood materials, he always use only 20-25 years dried wood and avoid wood-core which is easy to crack. But please consider that these factors do not mean the risks are eliminated completely. Please keep the item out of the direct rays of the sun and space with high humidity. And please consider carefully about climate difference between Japan and your homeland country particularly, while we do not accept exchange and returns of item in any case even though it is damaged by the environmental changes.

Biography of Tokihiko Ishikawa

Born in 1958 in Tokyo, Japan.
Studied under Takanori Saito(Member of Nitten, The Japan Fine Arts Exhibition) in 1976.
Worked on the sculpting and restoring in a lot of famous Buddha statues and Temples in Japan.
Opened his own atelier in 1998.
Art Fair Tokyo 2007, Tokyo, Japan
Tamples which he taken part in produce & restoration: Yasukuni-jinja (Tyoko), Kawasaki-daishi (Kawasaki), Enkakuji (Kamakura) etc.

The artist, Tokihiko Ishikawa has experienced restorations of traditional statues for a long time. His solid technique is reflected on not only firm molding but also unique expression of the articles which suits modern life-style.

If you are interested in this article, please feel free to contact us (assist@art-of-war.co.jp) and request description.

Painted in 2005 Oil and tempera on board
Size: P20 72.7x53.0 cm
Unit price:$5915(S&H charge is not included)
Artist:Tokuhiro Kawai

Biography of Tokuhiro Kawai

1971 Born in Tokyo
1995 Bachelor of Fine Arts, Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music, Tokyo, Japan
1997 Master of Fine Arts, Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music, Tokyo, Japan
2008 Art Fair Tokyo 2008, Tokyo, Japan
NETWAOR PROJECT Japan / Seoul, INTERALIA
2009 Art Fair Tokyo 2009, Tokyo, Japan
"Parabiosis Exhibition"Taiwan, SOKA ART CENTER

Tokuhiro Kawai represents realistic painting, using traditional technique of oil painting. He is pursuing painting article containing "The story" which has its own modern interest with romanticism, gallantry, and adorableness. His paintings connote symbolical ideas and mysteriousness, and show dreamy world to an audience.

If you are interested in this article, please feel free to contact us(assist@art-of-war.co.jp) and request description(payment method, shipping charge etc.).

Painted in 2005 Oil and tempera on board
Size: P6 41.0x27.3 cm
Unit price:$1940yen(S&H charge is not included)
Artist:Tokuhiro Kawai

Biography of Tokuhiro Kawai

1971 Born in Tokyo
1995 Bachelor of Fine Arts, Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music, Tokyo, Japan
1997 Master of Fine Arts, Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music, Tokyo, Japan
2008 Art Fair Tokyo 2008, Tokyo, Japan
NETWAOR PROJECT Japan / Seoul, INTERALIA
2009 Art Fair Tokyo 2009, Tokyo, Japan
"Parabiosis Exhibition"Taiwan, SOKA ART CENTER

Tokuhiro Kawai represents realistic painting, using traditional technique of oil painting. He is pursuing painting article containing "The story" which has its own modern interest with romanticism, gallantry, and adorableness. His paintings connote symbolical ideas and mysteriousness, and show dreamy world to an audience.

If you are interested in this article, please feel free to contact us(assist@art-of-war.co.jp) and request description(payment method, shipping charge etc.).

Painted in 2003 Oil and tempera on board
Size: P4 22.0x33.3 cm
Unit price:$1295(S&H charge is not included)
Artist:Tokuhiro Kawai

Biography of Tokuhiro Kawai

1971 Born in Tokyo
1995 Bachelor of Fine Arts, Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music, Tokyo, Japan
1997 Master of Fine Arts, Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music, Tokyo, Japan
2008 Art Fair Tokyo 2008, Tokyo, Japan
NETWAOR PROJECT Japan / Seoul, INTERALIA
2009 Art Fair Tokyo 2009, Tokyo, Japan
"Parabiosis Exhibition"Taiwan, SOKA ART CENTER

Tokuhiro Kawai represents realistic painting, using traditional technique of oil painting. He is pursuing painting article containing "The story" which has its own modern interest with romanticism, gallantry, and adorableness. His paintings connote symbolical ideas and mysteriousness, and show dreamy world to an audience.

If you are interested in this article, please feel free to contact us(assist@art-of-war.co.jp) and request description(payment method, shipping charge etc.).

This item is hanging scroll with our original Japanese hand towel (Tenugui) which is hand perfected by artisan having taken over the traditional Edo workmanship.
This hand-dyed item would change impression of your home by its own unique design, and it also can serve as a partition such as "Noren", Japanese traditional split curtain. Wood pipes both side of cloth stretch cloth well when you hang the item on. The item can be used as tapestry or ornament of the house. We guarantee that this scroll will be a great souvenir made in Japan, and it is easy to handle with rolling it up.

Chinese Character "Ai"- Kabuto ornament of Naoe Kanetsugu

The pattern of this hanging scroll is originated from Kabuto ornament of Naoe Kanetsugu. Kanetsugu was a resourceful general and defended Uesugi clan after defeat of Sekigahara war with his motto "Justice" which was faith of Uesugi Kenshin.
Chinese letter "Ai" is surrounded by unique cloud pattern on the cloth. A single letter "Ai" means "love" in today, but probably the letter of this ornament was originated from the initial letter of Atago-gongen. Atago-gongen is god of war so carrying with the letter meant the god should protect him.
This item is hand perfected by artisan and the pattern has been cut out using Japanese traditional paper, and dyed skillfully by hand-work.

*How To Take Care of The Hand Towel
Please do not wash the item while adhesive of it would come off.
*Image only.

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We are only shipping via EMS for all of our items due to risks involved shipped via the other cheaper ways and safety concerns. EMS is trackable online and is very fast and reliable. We will ship within 3-7 business working days and register the tracking number with the paypal transaction. Please use the tracking number to trace your package at the EMS Japan website.

Japan (Local) - $5
Area 1 (ASIA) - $14
Area 2 (USA, canada, Australia) - $17
Area 3 (Europe) - $20
Area 4 (Latin America, Middle East, Others,- $22

Naoe Kanetsugu was a resourceful general and great supporter of Uesugi clan. He defended Uesugi clan after defeat of Sekigahara war with his motto "Justice" which was faith of Uesugi Kenshin. His ability was recognized by not only Toyotomi Hideyoshi but also Tokugawa Ieyasu, though Kanetsugu was a mere vassal of Uesugi clan. Moreover, Kanetsugu never obeyed against injustice demand and thrust a challenge at Ieyasu who was reigning over the whole country.

Kanetsugu's Kabuto is famous for its ornament shaping Chinese letter "Ai". A single letter "Ai" means "love" in today, but probably the letter of this ornament was originated from the initial letter of Atago-gongen. Atago-gongen is god of war so carrying with the letter meant the god should protect him.

This hand towel is very uniquely designed with the dynamic letter "Ai" on the cloth with a cloud pattern. In ancient Asia, the cloud was believed to be chariot of gods, and the pattern of the item has powerful line so that it looks as if Chinese dragon coiling itself up.

This item is hand perfected by artisan who has taken over the traditional Edo workmanship. The pattern has been cut out using Japanese traditional paper, and dyed skillfully by hand-work. Coloring of the letter "Ai" is sober gold, image of the original Kabuto.

*Tenugui, Japanese traditional hand towel is not only can be used as just towel but also used as home decoration or wrapping material.

*How To Take Care of The Hand Towel
Please wash it by hand with water 50C-60C not using detergent at the first time.
*Image only.

SHIPPING: (Via EMS only) - Please review the Shipping and Insurance Policy as well.

We are only shipping via EMS for all of our items due to risks involved shipped via the other cheaper ways and safety concerns. EMS is trackable online and is very fast and reliable. We will ship within 3-7 business working days and register the tracking number with the paypal transaction. Please use the tracking number to trace your package at the EMS Japan website.

Japan (Local) - $5
Area 1 (ASIA) - $14
Area 2 (USA, canada, Australia) - $17
Area 3 (Europe) - $20
Area 4 (Latin America, Middle East, Others,- $22

This item is hanging scroll with our original Japanese hand towel (Tenugui) which is hand perfected by artisan having taken over the traditional Edo workmanship.
This hand-dyed item would change impression of your home by its own unique design, and it also can serve as a partition such as "Noren", Japanese traditional split curtain. Wood pipes both side of cloth stretch cloth well when you hang the item on. The item can be used as tapestry or ornament of the house. We guarantee that this scroll will be a great souvenir made in Japan, and it is easy to handle with rolling it up.

Chinese Character "Dragon"- An all-out attack banner of Uegugi Army

Uesugi Kenshin, used the banner with Chinese character "Dragon" when he launched all-out attacks on the enemies to raise the morale of his troops for the great power being felt from the character. Handwriting of the letter is full of fight, intentionally cracked to emphasize the power in it. Sumi-black letter on the simple white cloth create plain and powerful atmosphere.
Calligraphy written with a brush is recreated in detail with dyeing technique of the Edo Artisan.
Decorating this item and hanging scroll "Vermilion rising-sun on navy ground" together also will be one of good idea while they will give dynamic feeling of your house.

*How To Take Care of The Hand Towel
Please do not wash the item while adhesive of it would come off.
*Image only.

SHIPPING: (Via EMS only) - Please review the Shipping and Insurance Policy as well.

We are only shipping via EMS for all of our items due to risks involved shipped via the other cheaper ways and safety concerns. EMS is trackable online and is very fast and reliable. We will ship within 3-7 business working days and register the tracking number with the paypal transaction. Please use the tracking number to trace your package at the EMS Japan website.

Japan (Local) - $5
Area 1 (ASIA) - $14
Area 2 (USA, canada, Australia) - $17
Area 3 (Europe) - $20
Area 4 (Latin America, Middle East, Others,- $22

This item is hanging scroll with our original Japanese hand towel (Tenugui) which is hand perfected by artisan having taken over the traditional Edo workmanship.
This hand-dyed item would change impression of your home by its own unique design, and it also can serve as a partition such as "Noren", Japanese traditional split curtain. Wood pipes both side of cloth stretch cloth well when you hang the item on. The item can be used as tapestry or ornament of the house. We guarantee that this scroll will be a great souvenir made in Japan, and it is easy to handle with rolling it up.

-Chinese Character "Fist"-

"With one's bare hand, with an empty fist" is a proverb of ancient China. It means facing the enemy unarmed, and going into business without capital.
The Chinese character "Fist" written with a brush is designed with imagination of the fist being stuck out powerfully. Furthermore, the pattern is designed with the character intentionally cracked to emphasize the candidness and force in it. For expressing unique energy of the letter written with a brush, the item designed simple black letter on the white plain cloth.

*How To Take Care of The Hand Towel
Please do not wash the item while adhesive of it would come off.
*Image only.

SHIPPING: (Via EMS only) - Please review the Shipping and Insurance Policy as well.

We are only shipping via EMS for all of our items due to risks involved shipped via the other cheaper ways and safety concerns. EMS is trackable online and is very fast and reliable. We will ship within 3-7 business working days and register the tracking number with the paypal transaction. Please use the tracking number to trace your package at the EMS Japan website.

Japan (Local) - $5
Area 1 (ASIA) - $14
Area 2 (USA, canada, Australia) - $17
Area 3 (Europe) - $20
Area 4 (Latin America, Middle East, Others,- $22

This item is hanging scroll with our original Japanese hand towel (Tenugui) which is hand perfected by artisan having taken over the traditional Edo workmanship.
This hand-dyed item would change impression of your home by its own unique design, and it also can serve as a partition such as "Noren", Japanese traditional split curtain. Wood pipes both side of cloth stretch cloth well when you hang the item on. The item can be used as tapestry or ornament of the house. We guarantee that this scroll will be a great souvenir made in Japan, and it is easy to handle with rolling it up.

"Crescent" -Symbol of Date Masamune

The origin of the design comes from the Kabuto ornament of Date Masamune "crescent moonh, the only gold ornament of black-lacquered armor. A sharp shape of the ornament symbolizes Date Masamune himself, Shrewd Daimyo who was called as gOne-eyed Dradonh. Gold-brown colored crescent on the black cloth represent not only image Sengoku period, but also refined modernistic feeling.

*How To Take Care of The Hand Towel
Please do not wash the item while adhesive of it would come off.
*Image only.

SHIPPING: (Via EMS only) - Please review the Shipping and Insurance Policy as well.

We are only shipping via EMS for all of our items due to risks involved shipped via the other cheaper ways and safety concerns. EMS is trackable online and is very fast and reliable. We will ship within 3-7 business working days and register the tracking number with the paypal transaction. Please use the tracking number to trace your package at the EMS Japan website.

Japan (Local) - $5
Area 1 (ASIA) - $14
Area 2 (USA, canada, Australia) - $17
Area 3 (Europe) - $20
Area 4 (Latin America, Middle East, Others,- $22

This item is hanging scroll with our original Japanese hand towel (Tenugui) which is hand perfected by artisan having taken over the traditional Edo workmanship.
This hand-dyed item would change impression of your home by its own unique design, and it also can serve as a partition such as "Noren", Japanese traditional split curtain. Wood pipes both side of cloth stretch cloth well when you hang the item on. The item can be used as tapestry or ornament of the house. We guarantee that this scroll will be a great souvenir made in Japan, and it is easy to handle with rolling it up.

"Rokumonsen"(Six Japanese traditional coins)-Family crest of Sanada Yukimura

The item is designed with the pattern of six coins intentionally cracked to emphasize the candidness and force in it. Deep reddish brown color will match well not only Oriental-style but also western-style.
Decorating two scrolls side by side also will be one of good idea while whole pattern of six coins can be seen by setting the scrolls

*How To Take Care of The Hand Towel
Please do not wash the item while adhesive of it would come off.
*Image only.

SHIPPING: (Via EMS only) - Please review the Shipping and Insurance Policy as well.

We are only shipping via EMS for all of our items due to risks involved shipped via the other cheaper ways and safety concerns. EMS is trackable online and is very fast and reliable. We will ship within 3-7 business working days and register the tracking number with the paypal transaction. Please use the tracking number to trace your package at the EMS Japan website.

Japan (Local) - $5
Area 1 (ASIA) - $14
Area 2 (USA, canada, Australia) - $17
Area 3 (Europe) - $20
Area 4 (Latin America, Middle East, Others,- $22