Nenju Striped ebony

Presentation of products by Kyoto rosary artisans. This is a Buddhist rosaries, known as nenju or juzu.

Suitable for use regardless of religious denomination.
Single strand rosary for men.

We used striped ebony, characterised by beautiful grain on a jet-black background.
A matte finish was applied, giving it a soft, comfortable feel and a luxurious colour tone.
The green dragon agate, with its beautiful contrast between the green and black background, serves as an accent, giving it a striking impression.
With use, a sheen develops that allows you to appreciate the changes in texture and colour.
The tassel features a high-quality silk head.
This is a classic product, handmade by a skilled rosary craftsman in Kyoto.protettivo.

Material
Main bead: striped ebony
Mother-of-pearl bead: agate with green dragon motif
Top bead: agate with green dragon motif
Tassel type: pure silk tassel (antique bamboo colour)
For men

Material characteristics
Striped ebony
A valuable wood from South Asia, including India, characterised by a distinctive striped grain known as ‘shimamoku’. Since ancient times, it has been a representative valuable wood used worldwide for furniture and stringed instruments. It is also characterised by its dense and robust material properties.

Dragon pattern agate
Dragon pattern agate features a design reminiscent of dragon scales embossed on the surface of the agate. It has long been highly prized as it is considered to be much more auspicious than ordinary agate. Dragon scales are believed to possess powerful protective properties against evil spirits and misfortune, and this pattern is said to embody the same power.