A reinterpretation of the Sekimori stone, said to have been conceived by Sen no Rikyū.Bring the spirit of “wabi-sabi” into your daily life with this new form of “SEKIMORI.”Made in JapanMaterial: Pottery and ropeDimensions: Height 14cm, Width 11cm, Depth 11cmWhat is "wabi-sabi"? It is a traditional Japanese aesthetic sensibility. "*Wabi*" refers to the richness of spirit that finds beauty and depth in simplicity, austerity, and imperfection. "*Sabi*" refers to the beauty of heart that appreciates the way things age and fade over time due to the passage of years or weathering. As a Protective Amulet... The *Sekimori-ishi* (barrier stone) is said to have been devised by the tea master Sen no Rikyu. These stones were placed at forks in the paths—such as stepping stones or paved walkways—within tea gardens. Because they signaled to visitors that they should refrain from proceeding further, they came to be known as "stones that guard the checkpoint." You can place "SEKIMORI" in your entryway, living room, storefront, or workspace, using it as an amulet to protect your space from negativity and malevolent energy. As a Good Luck Charm... Created by tying various elements together with cord, "SEKIMORI" is an ideal good luck charm, embodying meanings such as forging connections, sealing agreements, bearing fruit, and leading to success. As a Fortune-Boosting Item... The cords used in "SEKIMORI" are all braided in a counter-clockwise (left-turning) direction. Since the orbital motion of planets in our solar system—as well as the rotation of the sun, Earth, and moon—follows a counter-clockwise path, this direction is believed in Feng Shui to absorb and accumulate natural energy while fostering growth and expansion, making it an excellent item for attracting good fortune.
