{"product_id":"japanese-buddhist-altar-fitting-copper-golden-lotus-flower-jouka-ba681","title":"Japanese Buddhist Altar Fitting Copper Golden Lotus Flowers Vtg Jouka Gold BA681","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Buddhist Altar Copper Lotus Flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage Japanese Buddhist altar fitting called \u003cem\u003ejouka\u003c\/em\u003e, or everlasting flower. It is made from copper metal and depicts golden lotus flowers and leaves. It is meant to sit atop a \u003cem\u003ehanatate\u003c\/em\u003e, an altar flower vase in lieu of live flowers that must be replaced frequently. It is beautifully detailed and  has a rein peg and round metal piece at the bottom so it fits securely in the user's vase of choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopper, metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1960\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 38 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 300 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 5 cm long x 7.5 cm wide x 18 cm tall; width of stabilizing ring: 4.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Some patina. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e: We ship worldwide by Japan Post.  Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40819561332771,"sku":"BA681 altar fitting","price":87.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Buddhist-Altar-Fitting-Copper-Golden-Lotus-Flowers-Vtg-Jouka-Gold-BA681.jpg?v=1747077342","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-ca\/products\/japanese-buddhist-altar-fitting-copper-golden-lotus-flower-jouka-ba681","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}