Top-grade Black Agate Japanese Prayer Beads Juzu Export to Japan Taiwan-Japan Friendship Prayer Gift

**◈ A Word from the Designer** As Taiwan's premier design brand for **Japanese prayer beads**, we have been **deeply rooted in the Japanese market for many years**, with our creations continuously **exported to Japan**, earning the trust and appreciation of Japanese customers. Adhering to the refined and elegant aesthetic of traditional Japanese **Japanese prayer beads (Juzu)**, we meticulously select top-grade natural **Black Agate (dispels negative energy, promotes righteousness, aids career)**, paired with purple silk tassels. This combination harmoniously showcases the fusion of **Taiwanese craftsmanship × Japanese etiquette**, carrying the profound spirit of **Taiwan-Japan friendship**. The design exudes a calm and understated elegance, possessing both collectible value and the profound meanings of **prayer and protection**. These are high-end handcrafted pieces designed to be cherished for a lifetime. **Entirely handmade, limited to 3 pieces, awaiting collectors who value prosperity, wisdom, peace, and auspiciousness.** **Japanese Prayer Beads (数珠・じゅず)** A common style of Japanese prayer beads (Juzu) is the "Katatejuzu," designed for comfortable holding in one hand, serving as a personal protective item for daily use and formal occasions. Japanese prayer beads are portable talismans deeply embedded in Japanese life and etiquette, originating from Buddhist culture. Unlike the 108 beads often seen in Southeast Asian or Tibetan Buddhism, Japanese prayer beads do not have a fixed number of beads or format. They commonly feature a "double-ring" or "single-ring" design, characterized by beads paired with a tassel (made of pure silk, *shouken*, or rayon, *jinken*) symbolizing prayers, intricately woven to embody a serene and understated Japanese aesthetic. In Japan, *juzu* are considered "etiquette items" and are meant to be **held in the hand, not worn on the wrist**. From children to elders, people of all ages carry *juzu* on various occasions to show solemnity and offer prayers: **Shrine Visits**: Praying for peace, health, and good fortune. **Temple Visits**: Expressing reverence and seeking blessings. **Celebrations (Happy Occasions)**: Weddings, prayers for safe childbirth, etc. **Mourning (Funerals, Memorial Services)**: An essential occasion in Japanese society, considered basic etiquette. **As a Daily Protective Charm**: Carried in a bag. The Japanese understanding of prayer beads extends beyond religion, representing "spiritual tranquility" and "a symbol of etiquette." They signify peace and protection, purity of mind, self-stability, prayers for good luck and smooth progress, and expressions of gratitude and respect. Most Japanese households own at least one set of prayer beads, and many people use the same set from youth to old age. In recent years, Japanese prayer beads, with their understated elegant design and traditional cultural aesthetic, have also become popular among younger generations and overseas travelers. They can be found in Japanese department stores, Kyoto's traditional shops, and around shrines, retaining their traditional style while also being perfect as travel souvenirs and gifts. **Agate** Agate, also known as "Yuxuan," is primarily composed of silica from volcanic eruptions. It is one of the most ancient gemstones, relatively abundant in the earth's crust. When silica melt from volcanic eruptions enters the gas pores of lava or rock fissures, it deposits layer by layer, forming concentric circles. It can be opaque, translucent, or transparent. Layered, fine bands are called "banded agate" (even finer bands are called "silk agate"), while spotted patterns resembling snow are known as "flower agate." Agate is composed of various colors (mineral colors) and may form in concentric circles, wavy patterns, layers, or parallel bands, leading to the saying "a thousand types of agate, ten thousand types of jade." Agate symbolizes stable energy, calming emotions, soothing anxiety, enhancing vitality and energy, strengthening personal aura and magnetic field, attracting positive energy and good luck, boosting fortune, and thereby enhancing creativity and productivity, leading to an outpouring of inspiration during the creative process. Due to its wide range of colors, agate corresponds to the seven chakras of the human body, making it a precious and beautiful gem with both historical value and functional properties. **◈ Carefully Selected Materials, Meticulously Inspected** Materials: Natural Black Agate, Pure Silk, Rayon Dimensions: **1.** **A: White Crystal Beads 12mm, Inner diameter for holding approx. 9cm.** **B: White Crystal Beads 10mm, Inner diameter for holding approx. 9cm.** **C: White Crystal Beads 8mm, Inner diameter for holding approx. 8.5cm.** **2. Japanese prayer beads are designed to be held, not worn on the wrist. Therefore, the original design is maintained, and size adjustments are not supported.** **◈ Awaiting Your Unique Encounter** We assure you that this is a one-of-a-kind piece, not mass-produced. If replication or mass production is required, discerning individuals like yourself will understand that due to the purely handmade nature, each piece cannot be 100% identical. However, we will strive to maintain a consistent style and kindly ask for your patience as we craft each masterpiece. **◈ About Usage and Collection** 1. Natural gemstones possess natural luster and unique textures (fine black spots, stone patterns, internal fractures, cloudiness, mineral inclusions, asymmetry, and other natural details). With frequent wear, you will observe subtle color changes in natural gemstones, often making them appear more translucent and captivating – this is also the best method of care. Natural organic gemstones (such as coral, amber, pearls, and giant clams) have low hardness and are sensitive to acids and alkalis. When dirty, avoid cleaning with detergents; simply rinse with clean water and wipe with a soft cloth. You can also use a soft brush dipped in a small amount of mineral oil (like baby oil) for gentle care. 2. Metal jewelry has a long lifespan, but avoid external damage or strong acids/alkalis that can cause fading. 3. Fabric items (ribbons, cotton, gauze) are soft and comfortable to the touch and have a long lifespan, but avoid high temperatures, external damage, or strong acids/alkalis that can cause fading. 4. For jewelry of any material, when dirty, wipe with a soft cloth dampened with water as appropriate, or use a suitable amount of neutral detergent for suitable materials. After washing, ensure it is dried promptly. 5. When jewelry is removed, it should be properly packaged and stored to minimize exposure to air and slow down oxidation and discoloration. Avoid stacking or pressing. **◈ Product Packaging and After-Sales Service** 1. If you have any questions regarding the product, please contact us via private message. 2. Regarding packaging, let's love the Earth together. We are committed to using environmentally friendly and recyclable materials, complemented by showcasing the product's quality, aiming for exquisite packaging that is durable for shipping and easy to open. 3. **Your ❤❤❤❤❤ positive feedback warms our hearts. We will certainly not forget to give you a gift for future purchases.** 4. We offer lifelong repair services for our products. We recommend taking photos of the item you wish to update or repair and discussing it with the designer via private message. The designer will assess the item and provide a quote based on our company's repair standards. Any shipping costs will be borne by both parties.