Cast Iron Wind Bell "Temple Bell Extra Large"

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Wind chimes are a beloved symbol of summer in Japan, and cast iron furin are prized for their deep, resonant reverberation. The temple bell — known in Japanese as tsurigane — is th e most iconic form of wind chime in Japan. Historically, hanging a small temple bell (futaku) was believed to ward off plague and illness; its sound also served as a community alert. This timeless form carries centuries of meaning in every resonant chime. 【Specification】・Material: Cast Iron・Size: W7.8 × D9.3 × H7.8cm・Weight: 480g・Made in Japan Product Type: HOME DÉCORCollection: ORNAMENT> WIND BELLCollection: IRON WARE Show more