{"product_id":"rare-1950s-japanese-steel-komainu-shisa-guardian-lion-statue-5kg-shrine-art","title":"Rare 1950s Japanese Steel Komainu Shisa Guardian Lion Statue 5KG Shrine Art","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1vod14j\" data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"708\"\u003e✨ Rare Japanese Antique Steel Komainu (狛犬) – 1950s Shrine Guardian Lion ✨\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"941\"\u003eOwn a powerful piece of authentic Japanese spiritual heritage with this \u003cstrong data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"834\"\u003eextremely rare 1950s Japanese Steel Komainu (狛犬)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a traditional guardian lion statue sourced directly from an official Japanese Government Antique Auction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eWeighing an impressive \u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eover 5kg (11.02 lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is an exceptionally solid and substantial piece crafted entirely from steel—far rarer than the commonly found stone or ceramic examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eFor centuries, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eKomainu guardian lions\u003c\/strong\u003e have stood at the entrances of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eShinto shrines\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eBuddhist temples\u003c\/strong\u003e, protecting sacred grounds and warding off evil spirits. This particular piece represents the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003emale Komainu\u003c\/strong\u003e, identified by its paw resting on a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003ebrocaded sacred ball\u003c\/strong\u003e, symbolizing protection, power, and universal harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eIts aged steel surface, natural patina, and commanding presence make it an extraordinary collectible for lovers of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003eJapanese antiques, shrine artifacts, temple décor, samurai culture, wabi-sabi interiors, and Asian spiritual art\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003eThis is not just décor—it is a genuine piece of Japanese cultural history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"qijxpk\" data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e✅ Product Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003e✅ Authentic Japanese Komainu (狛犬) guardian lion\u003cbr data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e✅ Original 1950s Showa period piece\u003cbr data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003e✅ Extremely rare solid steel construction\u003cbr data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e✅ Heavyweight at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e5kg+ \/ 11.02 lbs+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003e✅ Male guardian lion with sacred brocaded ball\u003cbr data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003e✅ Traditionally protects shrines, temples, and homes\u003cbr data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003e✅ Beautiful aged steel patina\u003cbr data-start=\"2126\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003e✅ Sourced from official Japanese Government Auction\u003cbr data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003e✅ Ideal for collectors, shrine décor, zen interiors\u003cbr data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003e✅ One-of-a-kind Japanese antique\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"z6wdsk\" data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2295\"\u003e🏺 About Komainu\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2505\"\u003eKomainu, often called Japanese guardian lions or Shisa, have protected sacred spaces in Japan for over a thousand years. Usually displayed in pairs, they symbolize balance, protection, and spiritual strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2650\"\u003eThe male guardian, like this piece, traditionally rests his paw upon a sacred ball representing authority, wisdom, and protection of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2655\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"8pw79p\" data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2701\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2701\"\u003eAdditional Information About This Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2711\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1950s (Showa Period)\u003cbr data-start=\"2732\" data-end=\"2735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2746\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003cbr data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2755\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2755\" data-end=\"2768\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Steel\u003cbr data-start=\"2780\" data-end=\"2783\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2783\" data-end=\"2794\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 5kg \/ 11.02 lbs+\u003cbr data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2819\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"2828\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Male Komainu Guardian Lion\u003cbr data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"2858\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2858\" data-end=\"2869\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural aged steel patina\u003cbr data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2898\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2898\" data-end=\"2913\"\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Official Japan Government Antique Auction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1oagjbj\" data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2974\" data-end=\"3010\"\u003eVery good vintage condition for age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3012\" data-end=\"3127\"\u003eMinor surface scratches, oxidation, and age-related wear are present, adding authentic character and antique charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3191\"\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for full condition details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3193\" data-end=\"3196\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1bcs28\" data-start=\"3198\" data-end=\"3215\"\u003e🏡 Perfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3217\" data-end=\"3444\"\u003e• Japanese shrine décor\u003cbr data-start=\"3240\" data-end=\"3243\"\u003e• Temple art collections\u003cbr data-start=\"3267\" data-end=\"3270\"\u003e• Zen meditation spaces\u003cbr data-start=\"3293\" data-end=\"3296\"\u003e• Wabi-sabi interiors\u003cbr data-start=\"3317\" data-end=\"3320\"\u003e• Asian antique collections\u003cbr data-start=\"3347\" data-end=\"3350\"\u003e• Garden sculpture display\u003cbr data-start=\"3376\" data-end=\"3379\"\u003e• Spiritual protection symbolism\u003cbr data-start=\"3411\" data-end=\"3414\"\u003e• Unique conversation pieces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3449\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3451\" data-end=\"3724\"\u003e📢 \u003cstrong data-start=\"3454\" data-end=\"3525\"\u003eImportant Shipping Policy Update \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3528\"\u003eTo ensure safe delivery, we currently ship one item per order only.\u003cbr data-start=\"3595\" data-end=\"3598\"\u003eOrders with multiple items may be canceled and refunded. 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