{"product_id":"sekimori-ishi-guardian-stone-himekawa-12519","title":"Sekimori-ishi Guardian Stone – Himekawa Yakuseki (Niigata)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003eDefine your sacred space with a quiet, natural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSekimori-ishi (guardian stones) are inspired by a traditional Japanese Zen practice—silent markers placed to suggest a boundary, not to exclude, but to gently guide awareness and intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is crafted from Himekawa Yakuseki, a naturally formed stone from the Himekawa river region in Niigata, Japan. The stone carries a soft beige tone with subtle natural variations, shaped entirely by time and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is hand-bound with a waxed cotton cord, carefully tied to balance strength and softness. The light-colored cord enhances the warmth of the stone while keeping an understated, calm presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it quietly in an entryway, tea corner, studio, altar shelf, or any contemplative space—an object of balance, stillness, and everyday ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003cbr\u003e• Himekawa Yakuseki stone (Niigata, Japan)\u003cbr\u003eNaturally shaped and hand-selected for gentle beige tones and a balanced form.\u003cbr\u003e• Hand-tied waxed cotton cord\u003cbr\u003eDurable, flexible, and refined in texture—tied carefully by hand.\u003cbr\u003e• One-of-a-kind wabi-sabi object\u003cbr\u003eNo two stones are ever the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Niigata, Japan\u003cbr\u003e• Materials: Natural Himekawa Yakuseki stone, waxed cotton cord\u003cbr\u003e• Size: approx. 13 cm (H) × 13 cm (W)\u003cbr\u003e• Craft: Hand-selected and hand-tied in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant Note\u003cbr\u003eThis piece is made from natural materials and finished by hand. Variations in color, texture, shape, and cord tension are natural characteristics, not defects.\u003cbr\u003eYou will receive the exact one-of-a-kind stone shown in the photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WabiSabi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53022948131123,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7130\/7827\/files\/7.png?v=1771669326","url":"https:\/\/wabisabikitchen.net\/products\/sekimori-ishi-guardian-stone-himekawa-12519","provider":"WabiSabi Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}