Taisekiji Sho-Hondo and Mount Fuji Commemorative Relief Plaque – Gold-Tone Plated, 16 cm - Gold-plated - Japan - Shōwa period (1926-1989)
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Original official gold-tone plated relief plaque from Japan, 16 cm wide by 8 cm high, depicting the Sho-Hondo at Taisekiji with Mount Fuji and cherry blossoms, dating to the Shōwa period.
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Commemorative Relief Plaque of the Sho-Hondo at Taisekiji with Mount Fuji, Gold-Tone, 16 cm
– A relief plaque depicting the Sho-Hondo, the great hall of Taisekiji at the foot of Mount Fuji
– Mount Fuji rises behind the hall, framed by branches of cherry blossom
– Gold-tone plated finish, with a back embossed all over in a leaf pattern
Summary: A rectangular commemorative relief plaque measuring approximately 16 cm wide and 8 cm high. It shows the Sho-Hondo of Taisekiji, the head temple of Nichiren Shoshu in Shizuoka Prefecture, with Mount Fuji beyond and cherry blossom in the corners. The surface has a gold-coloured plating over an unidentified base metal. It can serve as a paperweight or as a small display piece. There are scuffs, marks and areas of plating loss.
Taisekiji lies on the lower slopes of Mount Fuji near Fujinomiya. Its Sho-Hondo, designed by the architect Kimio Yokoyama and completed in October 1972, was one of the most ambitious religious buildings of post-war Japan, with a dramatic sweeping roof and a vast colonnaded front. The hall was dismantled in 1998, so images such as this now preserve the memory of a building that no longer stands.
The relief captures the scene in crisp detail. On the left, the great curved roof of the hall rises like a wing above the long colonnade, while a fountain and broad terraces open out in front. Behind, the snow-streaked cone of Mount Fuji fills the sky, and stylised trees run along the foreground.
Branches of cherry blossom reach in from the upper corners and the lower left, each flower carefully modelled, giving the composition a seasonal, celebratory feel. The scene is set within a stepped, moulded frame.
The back is finished with a dense, embossed pattern of overlapping leaves within a raised border, so the piece looks attractive from both sides. It can rest flat on a desk as a paperweight or be propped upright on a shelf.
There are scuffs and surface marks overall. Dark stains run along part of the inner frame on the left side, and the plating has worn away along an edge at the front and at a corner and edge on the back, with a few small dark spots. Please view the images closely for the overall condition.
A small, evocative memento of a landmark of modern Japanese religious architecture beneath Mount Fuji.
This listing contains AI Visualisations. Please refer to the original photographs for the actual object condition.
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We specialise in authentic Japanese collectibles and guarantee this piece’s authenticity. Questions welcome – we reply within 24 hours.
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Seller's Story
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page. I primarily handle Japanese antiques, as well as Western antiques, art pieces, and pre-loved items that have been cherished in Japan. Growing up in a family of historians—my grandfather was a historian and my father was an archaeologist—I have always been captivated by the eras and stories these historic objects and works of art carry with them.
My listings feature collections from both Japan and the West, pieces that have stood the test of time and remained beloved through the ages. Through these rare treasures, I hope to share with you the delight of ownership and discovery. As a professional, I strive for honest and sincere transactions to ensure customer satisfaction, always leveraging my experience and eye for quality.
I strongly believe in not letting buyers down, so I describe items as accurately and thoroughly as possible, prioritizing secure and careful packaging. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out. It would be my pleasure to help enrich your collecting experience.
Thank you for your interest, and I look forward to doing business with you.
Commemorative Relief Plaque of the Sho-Hondo at Taisekiji with Mount Fuji, Gold-Tone, 16 cm
– A relief plaque depicting the Sho-Hondo, the great hall of Taisekiji at the foot of Mount Fuji
– Mount Fuji rises behind the hall, framed by branches of cherry blossom
– Gold-tone plated finish, with a back embossed all over in a leaf pattern
Summary: A rectangular commemorative relief plaque measuring approximately 16 cm wide and 8 cm high. It shows the Sho-Hondo of Taisekiji, the head temple of Nichiren Shoshu in Shizuoka Prefecture, with Mount Fuji beyond and cherry blossom in the corners. The surface has a gold-coloured plating over an unidentified base metal. It can serve as a paperweight or as a small display piece. There are scuffs, marks and areas of plating loss.
Taisekiji lies on the lower slopes of Mount Fuji near Fujinomiya. Its Sho-Hondo, designed by the architect Kimio Yokoyama and completed in October 1972, was one of the most ambitious religious buildings of post-war Japan, with a dramatic sweeping roof and a vast colonnaded front. The hall was dismantled in 1998, so images such as this now preserve the memory of a building that no longer stands.
The relief captures the scene in crisp detail. On the left, the great curved roof of the hall rises like a wing above the long colonnade, while a fountain and broad terraces open out in front. Behind, the snow-streaked cone of Mount Fuji fills the sky, and stylised trees run along the foreground.
Branches of cherry blossom reach in from the upper corners and the lower left, each flower carefully modelled, giving the composition a seasonal, celebratory feel. The scene is set within a stepped, moulded frame.
The back is finished with a dense, embossed pattern of overlapping leaves within a raised border, so the piece looks attractive from both sides. It can rest flat on a desk as a paperweight or be propped upright on a shelf.
There are scuffs and surface marks overall. Dark stains run along part of the inner frame on the left side, and the plating has worn away along an edge at the front and at a corner and edge on the back, with a few small dark spots. Please view the images closely for the overall condition.
A small, evocative memento of a landmark of modern Japanese religious architecture beneath Mount Fuji.
This listing contains AI Visualisations. Please refer to the original photographs for the actual object condition.
Shipping & Handling
We ship worldwide via DHL or EMS with full insurance and tracking. Professional packing ensures safe arrival; combined shipping available for multiple wins. Local customs duties are the buyer’s responsibility.
Seller Guarantee
We specialise in authentic Japanese collectibles and guarantee this piece’s authenticity. Questions welcome – we reply within 24 hours.
1837
Seller's Story
Hello, and thank you for visiting my page. I primarily handle Japanese antiques, as well as Western antiques, art pieces, and pre-loved items that have been cherished in Japan. Growing up in a family of historians—my grandfather was a historian and my father was an archaeologist—I have always been captivated by the eras and stories these historic objects and works of art carry with them.
My listings feature collections from both Japan and the West, pieces that have stood the test of time and remained beloved through the ages. Through these rare treasures, I hope to share with you the delight of ownership and discovery. As a professional, I strive for honest and sincere transactions to ensure customer satisfaction, always leveraging my experience and eye for quality.
I strongly believe in not letting buyers down, so I describe items as accurately and thoroughly as possible, prioritizing secure and careful packaging. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out. It would be my pleasure to help enrich your collecting experience.
Thank you for your interest, and I look forward to doing business with you.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Shōwa period (1926-1989)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Gold-plated
Height
8 cm
Width
16 cm
Title of artwork
Taisekiji Sho-Hondo and Mount Fuji Commemorative Relief Plaque – Gold-Tone Plated, 16 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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