Handmade Japanese Buddha Statue: The Awakened One
This Handmade Japanese Buddha Statue represents the Awakened One, embodying serenity, wisdom, and spiritual awakening. Measuring 13.6” (34.5 cm) in height and 4.9” (12.5 cm) in width, and weighing 2.75 kg, it is crafted from copper with 24K gold gilding, detailed acrylic paintings, and an antique finish. The exquisite craftsmanship reflects the skill of traditional artisans, making it a refined addition to personal altars, meditation spaces, or as a meaningful decorative piece that inspires mindfulness and contemplation.
In its iconography, the Buddha is shown standing with a Dharma Chakra halo behind his head, symbolizing the turning of the wheel of Dharma. His right hand is raised in the gesture of transmission (Vitarka Mudra), while his left hand is in the Varada Mudra, representing compassion and the granting of blessings. The figure stands gracefully on a lotus base, which is further supported by a multiple-layered pedestal, symbolizing purity, stability, and the elevated spiritual realm.
Size: 13.6”/34.5cm (Height) × 4.9”/12.5cm (Width)
Weight: 2.75kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Antique Finish
The Japanese Buddha represents the historical Buddha, Shakyamuni, as revered in Japanese Buddhism. Known as the Awakened One, he embodies enlightenment, wisdom, and compassion, serving as a guide for spiritual practice and moral living. In Japanese tradition, depictions often emphasize serenity, grace, and meditative presence, reflecting the ideals of mindfulness and inner peace. Statues of the Japanese Buddha are commonly used in temples, home altars, and meditation spaces to inspire devotion, contemplation, and the aspiration toward awakening.