4 government-designated crafts in this category.
Handcrafted granite stone lanterns from Sakuragawa, Ibaraki, carved from local Makabe granite and used in traditional Japanese gardens and shrine precincts.
Skillfully carved granite lanterns, pagodas, and garden ornaments from Okazaki, Aichi, a city renowned as Japan's premier center for decorative stonework.
Ornamental stonework from Kyoto shaping stone lanterns, garden basins, and pagodas for temples and gardens. Carved from fine granite, these pieces bring serene Japanese garden aesthetics to life.
Elegant stone lanterns from the Izumo region, carved from fine local granite for temple offerings and garden settings. Izumo lanterns are distinguished by their dignified proportions and the subtle texture of the stone.