A figurine replicating the Kinkaku-ji Temple 金閣寺. The meticulously crafted replica of Kinkaku-ji shines in a golden hue. With minimal dullness overall, it boasts a magnificent radiance. This Kinkaku-ji stands on a stand typical of Japan. Each of the four corners of the roof is adorned with what looks like bells, and a phoenix stands at the top. The sides of the building and the handrails are faithfully reproduced. Surely, it will brighten up the atmosphere in your room. Kinkaku-ji Temple 金閣寺： The formal name is Rokuon-ji Temple, which is one of the sub-temples of the Shokoku-ji Temple. It is commonly referred to as Kinkaku-ji Temple because of the particular fame of the Shariden, the "Golden Pavilion". Originally, it was a villa of the noble Nijo-in Fujiwara no Kimiko during the Kamakura period, which was later acquired by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, the third shogun of the Ashikaga shogunate, who built the villa known as the Kitayama-dono. The garden and architecture centered around the Golden Pavilion are said to represent the Pure Land of Buddhism manifested in this world. It became a stage for cultural development, actively hosting events such as inviting Emperor Go-Komatsu, the father of the famous Zen master Ikkyu, and fostering trade with China. This era of culture is particularly known as the Kitayama Culture. Following Yoshimitsu's death, in accordance with his will, it became a temple, with the priest Muso Soseki as its founding abbot. It was named Rokuon-ji Temple, taking two characters from Yoshimitsu's posthumous Buddhist name, Kakuon-in. It is said that Ashikaga Yoshimitsu had ambitions to take over the imperial family. For this, it was necessary to build a magnificent palace in Kyoto to demonstrate power and wealth. The main reason Yoshimitsu covered the exterior of Kinkaku-ji Temple with gold leaf was to showcase authority and power. There is also a theory that the splendid Kinkaku-ji Temple represents the Pure Land of Buddhism. Kinkakuji High: 25.0 cm Width: 19.3 cm Depth: 17.3 cm Stand High: 8.5 cm Width: 29.7 cm Depth: 27.4 cm Total Weight: 3600g Condition: The condition is generally good. There may be dirt, scratches, and scuffs due to age. It was kept 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. 030722170412