Shimenawa Bangle The Bold with Shide Charms Sterling Silver Brass Talisman Japan

■ Handcrafted by a Sculptor — Shimenawa Bangle "The Bold" A handmade shimenawa bangle, crafted one piece at a time by Kenichi Asano—a contemporary sculptor with 20 years of experience in Buddhist statue restoration. The Bold is the boldest, most prominent piece in the series. With a thick 6.5mm rope and large shide charms, it radiates an overwhelming presence. The original model in the series, embodying the sacred atmosphere of Japanese mythology and Shinto shrines as a talisman to wear with strength. ■ Recommended For ・Those who love bold, substantial accessories with strong presence ・Those seeking a unique piece inspired by Japanese culture, mythology, and Shinto traditions ・Those looking for handmade, one-of-a-kind accessories to cherish for years ・Those searching for a meaningful gift with a story behind it ・Those who want to layer with other shimenawa bangles (The Standard, The Delicate, The Refined) for a distinctive style ■ Features of "The Bold" — The most prominent piece in the series A thick 6.5mm rope paired with four 25mm large shide charms. The most powerful and sacred presence in the series. This is the original model—symbolizing the shimenawa that adorns shrines and sacred halls. — Sculptural rope expression with three-dimensional depth The strands of the rope are carved out by hand, creating a more natural, three-dimensional rope texture. The substantial golden tone of brass catches light to create depth and shadow, recreating the authentic feel of a real shimenawa. ■ Concept I once created and exhibited a 3-meter-tall sculpture of an arm at Shimogamo Shrine in Kyoto, inspired by the deity Susanoo. On its wrist, I wrapped an actual shimenawa rope and hung paper streamers called shide. This bangle was born from my desire to recreate that sculpture on my own wrist. "The gods dwell in my arms." "The gods dwell in what my hands create." Each piece is designed with this conviction and prayer in mind. ■ 2026 Model Update The Bold, the original model of the series, has been renewed for 2026. ・The rope's strands are now carved out by hand, creating a more natural, three-dimensional rope texture ・Shide charms are 10% larger than before, further enhancing their overwhelming presence ・An artist's signature stamp has been added to the back, elevating its value as an art piece ■ Materials and Specifications 【Materials】 ・Bangle: Brass ・Shide charms: Choose between sterling silver (925) or brass ※Sterling silver is recommended for the most authentic shimenawa color tone 【Size】 ・Rope diameter: 6.5mm (the thickest in the series) ・Bangle inner circumference: 180mm ± 15mm (free size) ・Shide charm: approx. 25mm length × 9mm width × 2mm thickness (10% larger in the 2026 model) ・Number of charms: 4 【Suitable Wrist Size】 Free size, fitting wrists with circumferences of approximately 160mm–190mm ■ About the Torii-shaped Display Stand The dedicated torii-shaped display stand is available separately. Display it as an interior piece at home, then wear it when you go out—this small daily ritual brings a quiet prayer into your life. Please look for the version with the display stand if you'd like to include one. ■ Series Lineup ・The Bold (large charms, 4 pieces) — This product, the most prominent piece in the series ・The Standard (medium charms, 4 pieces) — The signature size ・The Delicate (small charms, 8 pieces) — The only 8-charm version in the series ・The Refined (small charms, 4 pieces) — The most slender line Each can be worn alone or layered together to express your individual style. ■ 1-Year Warranty Within one year of purchase, we repair any breakage of the jump rings (which connect the charms) free of charge. If you lose a charm, we can replace it for the cost of materials. We're committed to supporting your bangle so it can be cherished for years to come. ■ Artist Profile Kenichi Asano After 20 years of Buddhist statue restoration, established his career as a contemporary sculptor. 2010 NHK Digista Yanobe Kenji Prize Best Selection 2010 Taro Okamoto Contemporary Art Award Finalist 2016 Enku Grand Prize Winner Has held numerous solo exhibitions in Tokyo and Nagoya, exploring the intersection of Japanese tradition and contemporary art. ■ Shipping and Packaging Each bangle is carefully packaged in a dedicated box. Gift wrapping and message cards are available upon request—please feel free to ask.