This is a bell set for a Japanese Buddhist altar. It includes a bell, cushion, base, and bell rod. The bell is approximately 20cm in diameter, larger than the bells typically found in homes. It may have been used in a large Buddhist altar or a sacred place like a temple. It produces a beautiful tone when struck. It is used during sutra chanting, and is rung to signal pitch and to synchronize tone and rhythm. It is often rung before, during, and at the end of chanting. Zen Buddhism is a sect with a tradition of ascetic practice centered on meditation and zazen, and it is said that bells were used to signal the beginning and end of meditation and to signal the time for zazen. The sound signaling the start and end of chanting is important and played a central role in rituals at temples and training centers. Orin Height: 13.5 cm Width: 20.0 cm Top: 17.0 cm Weight: 800 g Cussion Height: 12.2 cm Width: 25.0 cm Depth: 24.0 cm Stand Height: 21.0 cm Width: 25.3 cm Depth: 22.5 cm Weight: 790 g Stick Height: 25.7 cm Width: 3.0 cm Total Height: 38.7 cm Total Weight: 1630 g Condition: Overall, the condition is good. The bell, cushion, and pedestal show some signs of use, but they remain in relatively good condition. The staff also shows visible signs of use. There are scratches, dirt, stains, scuffs, and areas of wear or peeling consistent with age. The item has been stored in a private home. Please refer to the many photos provided for further details about the condition. Atention: The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase. Shipping: The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan. We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number. Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding. 030521410313