Carefully selected buried Yakusugi cedar, carved with a Fukuro (owl) featuring approximately 100 annual rings. Natural onyx gemstones (6mm, 2 pieces) are set as eyes. The head features Yakusugi wood grain, allowing for beautiful enjoyment of the light. Please enlarge the photo and count the annual rings (approximately 101-103 rings?). Dimensions: Approximately 71mm x 33mm To wish for longevity, it is placed on a round slice base of Enju (Japanese Pagoda Tree), also known as "Enju" (meaning "prolonged life"). ● Yakusugi Cedar Yakusugi cedar boasts a lifespan of 2,000-3,000 years, with trees over 1,000 years old being designated as Yakusugi. Due to the geology and climate of Yakushima Island, their growth is slow, resulting in dense annual rings and high resin content, making them resistant to decay. While current logging is prohibited, buried wood is utilized. It is favored as a symbol of longevity. The "Komyomoku" (bright wood grain) is considered auspicious. ● The Fukuro (owl) has long been known as the philosopher of the forest and the wise one of the forest. It is said to have a good turning neck (meaning not to be troubled by money), and is a guardian deity of learning. Auspicious kanji characters such as "Fukurou" (meaning "no suffering"), "Fukuro" (meaning "fortune basket"), "Fukurou" (meaning "fortune comes"), and "Fukurou" (meaning "happy and cheerful") are used. It is also known as a representative of Feng Shui for improving financial luck. ● Onyx (Black Agate) It is said to represent unwavering faith and support the achievement of goals.