This orin, approximately 17cm in diameter, is used on Buddhist altars and other sacred structures. It comes with a base, cushion, and bell rod. It produces a beautiful sound when struck. It shows little signs of use and is in generally good condition. It is used when reciting sutras, and is rung to signal the pitch and to synchronize the tone and rhythm. It is often rung before, during, and at the end of a sutra chant. Zen Buddhism is a sect with a tradition of ascetic practice centered on meditation and zazen, and it is said that orin were used to signal the start and end of meditation and the duration of zazen. The sound signaling the start and end of chanting is important, and it played a central role in rituals at temples and places of ascetic practice. Orin Height: 12.0 cm Width: 17.5 cm Weight: 1410 g Stand Height: 19.0 cm Width: 20.5 cm Stick Height: 28.0 cm Total Height: 34.1 cm Total Weight: 2550 g Condition: Overall, the condition is generally good. It doesn't look like it's been used much. There are scratches, dirt, stains, scuffs, peeling, dents, etc. It was stored at home. There are many photos, so please take a look. 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. 101921411028