The reverse of the zushi bears the inscription “Honmyō‑ji,” the prestigious Nichiren temple in Kumamoto that serves as the ancestral temple of Lord Kato Kiyomasa. 加藤清正 Kato Kiyomasa (1562-1611) Wooden Buddhism Statue Sculpture in Zushi / Miniature Shrine 加藤清正 Kato Kiyomasa (1562-1611) A samurai in the service of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. A master of the spear. Lord of Kumamoto Castle. Kato Kiyomasa was an extremely tall man (190 cm) and stood out prominently when wearing his trademark long Eboshi-Hat Shaped Kabuto Helmet. He was also known as a master castle builder and participated in the construction of Nagoya Castle at the request of Tokugawa Ieyasu. Zushi "Buddhist altar", sometimes spelled Butsudan, is a small type of shrine or temple commonly found in temples and homes in Japanese Buddhist cultures. This wooden statue of Kato Kiyomasa (1562–1611) is enshrined in a traditional zushi whose reverse carries the inscription “Honmyō‑ji,” the distinguished Nichiren temple in Kumamoto that serves as the ancestral temple of the famed daimyo. The figure portrays Kiyomasa seated with composed authority, his robes, posture, and characteristic headgear carved with careful attention to historical detail. A formidable samurai in the service of Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Kiyomasa was celebrated for his mastery of the spear, his remarkable height, and his unmistakable long eboshi‑shaped helmet. He also played a central role in major castle‑building projects, including contributions to Nagoya Castle at the request of Tokugawa Ieyasu. The zushi provides a focused devotional setting, allowing the statue to be appreciated as both a cultural artifact and an object of ancestral reverence. With its combination of historical depth, regional significance, and traditional craftsmanship, this piece offers a compelling representation of one of Japan’s most iconic feudal lords. Dimension of Altar: 5.1" x 3.5" x 6.4" / 13.2cm x 9cm x 16.5cm Dimensions Statue: 3.4" x 1.7" x 4.9" / 8.8cm x 4.5cm x 12.5cm Material: Wood Weight: 230g Condition Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: Both doors are missing, DAMAGE. Shipping "FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by International ePacket Light, EMS, or DHL.