{"title":"Akihisa Yamamoto","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"amida-buddha-magic-mirror","title":"Magic Mirror \/ Amida Buddha","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThis magic mirror bears an image of Amida Nyorai on its reverse side.\u003cbr\u003eWhile it functions as a regular mirror, when light is cast upon its surface and reflected onto a wall, the figure of Amida Buddha mysteriously appears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe projection of this revered deity through light symbolizes both the spiritual devotion of the Japanese people and the refined craftsmanship of traditional casting techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagic Mirror – Reflections of Hidden Devotion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA magic mirror is a remarkable Japanese craftwork that reveals hidden images when light is cast upon its surface. Though it looks like an ordinary mirror, patterns or sacred figures engraved on the reverse side mysteriously appear in the reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDuring the Edo period, under the ban on Christianity, Kakure Kirishitan (Hidden Christians) are said to have used mirrors engraved with the image of Christ. By shining light onto the mirror, the figure of Christ would be projected, allowing them to pray in secret. To avoid suspicion, the reverse was often covered with a lid featuring harmless decorative patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eToday, magic mirrors are valued not only as rare religious artifacts, but also as exceptional examples of Japan’s advanced casting techniques and spiritual culture. Experience the mysterious beauty of light and shadow captured within this extraordinary mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：200 years ago \/ 1800AD \/ Edo period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDuring the Edo period, under the strict prohibition of Christianity imposed by the Tokugawa shogunate, many believers were forced to practice their faith in secret. Among the objects they relied on was the so-called magic mirror, which is said to have served as a hidden instrument of worship for the underground Christians, known as Kakure Kirishitan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eAt first glance, this mirror appeared to be an ordinary one. Yet on the reverse side, it bore an image of Christ. When light was cast upon the mirror’s surface, the reflection would project the figure of Christ, allowing the faithful to offer their prayers in secret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo avoid detection, the owners of such mirrors often covered the back with a lid decorated with harmless, conventional patterns, concealing the sacred image from view. These magic mirrors thus embody both the ingenuity and the unshakable devotion of those who preserved their faith despite the harsh ban of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAkihisa Yamamoto\u003cbr\u003eAkihisa Yamamoto, the fifth-generation head of Yamamoto Alloy Works in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, is the only mirror maker in Japan who still handcrafts magic mirrors (makyō). While preserving the traditional techniques handed down from his father, he is devoted to passing on the legacy of these mysterious mirrors to the present age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/20250829-153258.jpg?v=1756455682\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eI hope that one day, magic mirrors (makyō) will once again be in the spotlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThere may be processes that could be mechanized, but doing so would cause certain techniques to be lost. And there are still people today who genuinely need those very techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRather than being preserved as something to be protected, it is ideal for these skills to survive because they remain necessary. With that ideal in mind, I craft magic mirrors every day, constantly thinking about how to make it a reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：21.5cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth：0.7cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight：570g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eBronze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThis item is made to order.\u003cbr\u003ePlease allow approximately 2 months from order placement to shipment.\u003cbr\u003eWe appreciate your understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akihisa Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607056924901,"sku":null,"price":5500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC00846_69b177dd-6777-41ad-9fbc-8dbf012e58f5.jpg?v=1756454513"},{"product_id":"christian-magic-mirror","title":"Magic Mirror \/ Christian","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThough it appears to be an ordinary mirror, when light is reflected and projected onto a wall, the image of Christ mysteriously emerges—allowing believers to pray in secret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo avoid suspicion, the reverse side was often covered with a lid decorated with harmless patterns, concealing its sacred imagery from view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagic Mirror – Reflections of Hidden Devotion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA magic mirror is a remarkable Japanese craftwork that reveals hidden images when light is cast upon its surface. Though it looks like an ordinary mirror, patterns or sacred figures engraved on the reverse side mysteriously appear in the reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDuring the Edo period, under the ban on Christianity, Kakure Kirishitan (Hidden Christians) are said to have used mirrors engraved with the image of Christ. By shining light onto the mirror, the figure of Christ would be projected, allowing them to pray in secret. To avoid suspicion, the reverse was often covered with a lid featuring harmless decorative patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eToday, magic mirrors are valued not only as rare religious artifacts, but also as exceptional examples of Japan’s advanced casting techniques and spiritual culture. Experience the mysterious beauty of light and shadow captured within this extraordinary mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：200 years ago \/ 1800AD \/ Edo period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDuring the Edo period, under the strict prohibition of Christianity imposed by the Tokugawa shogunate, many believers were forced to practice their faith in secret. Among the objects they relied on was the so-called magic mirror, which is said to have served as a hidden instrument of worship for the underground Christians, known as Kakure Kirishitan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eAt first glance, this mirror appeared to be an ordinary one. Yet on the reverse side, it bore an image of Christ. When light was cast upon the mirror’s surface, the reflection would project the figure of Christ, allowing the faithful to offer their prayers in secret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo avoid detection, the owners of such mirrors often covered the back with a lid decorated with harmless, conventional patterns, concealing the sacred image from view. These magic mirrors thus embody both the ingenuity and the unshakable devotion of those who preserved their faith despite the harsh ban of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAkihisa Yamamoto\u003cbr\u003eAkihisa Yamamoto, the fifth-generation head of Yamamoto Alloy Works in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, is the only mirror maker in Japan who still handcrafts magic mirrors (makyō). While preserving the traditional techniques handed down from his father, he is devoted to passing on the legacy of these mysterious mirrors to the present age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/20250829-153258.jpg?v=1756455682\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eI hope that one day, magic mirrors (makyō) will once again be in the spotlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThere may be processes that could be mechanized, but doing so would cause certain techniques to be lost. And there are still people today who genuinely need those very techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRather than being preserved as something to be protected, it is ideal for these skills to survive because they remain necessary. With that ideal in mind, I craft magic mirrors every day, constantly thinking about how to make it a reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：21cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth：0.6cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight：1400g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eBronze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThis item is made to order.\u003cbr\u003ePlease allow approximately 2 months from order placement to shipment.\u003cbr\u003eWe appreciate your understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akihisa Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607057187045,"sku":null,"price":6500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC00830_2d1ac38e-34ff-49ec-9a97-528ecc309ced.jpg?v=1756454623"},{"product_id":"sea-creatures-and-grape-design-magic-mirror","title":"Magic Mirror \/ Sea Creatures and Grape","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eMagic Mirror with Sea Creatures and Grapes – Revealing the Sacred Black Tortoise (Genbu)\u003cbr\u003eThis magic mirror features intricate designs of sea creatures and grapes on its reverse side. When light is reflected and projected onto a wall, the image of Genbu—the Black Tortoise, one of the Four Guardian Deities—mysteriously appears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWhile it functions as an ordinary mirror, its hidden imagery revealed through light embodies both the artistry and spirituality of Japan’s traditional casting techniques. It can be appreciated as a decorative piece as well as a functional mirror for daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagic Mirror – Reflections of Hidden Devotion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA magic mirror is a remarkable Japanese craftwork that reveals hidden images when light is cast upon its surface. Though it looks like an ordinary mirror, patterns or sacred figures engraved on the reverse side mysteriously appear in the reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDuring the Edo period, under the ban on Christianity, Kakure Kirishitan (Hidden Christians) are said to have used mirrors engraved with the image of Christ. By shining light onto the mirror, the figure of Christ would be projected, allowing them to pray in secret. To avoid suspicion, the reverse was often covered with a lid featuring harmless decorative patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eToday, magic mirrors are valued not only as rare religious artifacts, but also as exceptional examples of Japan’s advanced casting techniques and spiritual culture. Experience the mysterious beauty of light and shadow captured within this extraordinary mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：200 years ago \/ 1800AD \/ Edo period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDuring the Edo period, under the strict prohibition of Christianity imposed by the Tokugawa shogunate, many believers were forced to practice their faith in secret. Among the objects they relied on was the so-called magic mirror, which is said to have served as a hidden instrument of worship for the underground Christians, known as Kakure Kirishitan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eAt first glance, this mirror appeared to be an ordinary one. Yet on the reverse side, it bore an image of Christ. When light was cast upon the mirror’s surface, the reflection would project the figure of Christ, allowing the faithful to offer their prayers in secret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo avoid detection, the owners of such mirrors often covered the back with a lid decorated with harmless, conventional patterns, concealing the sacred image from view. These magic mirrors thus embody both the ingenuity and the unshakable devotion of those who preserved their faith despite the harsh ban of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAkihisa Yamamoto\u003cbr\u003eAkihisa Yamamoto, the fifth-generation head of Yamamoto Alloy Works in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, is the only mirror maker in Japan who still handcrafts magic mirrors (makyō). While preserving the traditional techniques handed down from his father, he is devoted to passing on the legacy of these mysterious mirrors to the present age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/20250829-153258.jpg?v=1756455682\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eI hope that one day, magic mirrors (makyō) will once again be in the spotlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThere may be processes that could be mechanized, but doing so would cause certain techniques to be lost. And there are still people today who genuinely need those very techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRather than being preserved as something to be protected, it is ideal for these skills to survive because they remain necessary. With that ideal in mind, I craft magic mirrors every day, constantly thinking about how to make it a reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：17cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth：1.5cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight：1533g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eBronze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThis item is made to order.\u003cbr\u003ePlease allow approximately 2 months from order placement to shipment.\u003cbr\u003eWe appreciate your understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akihisa Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607057809637,"sku":null,"price":1900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC00839_cfa9d721-141b-46dc-844e-d83c371aa047.jpg?v=1756454807"},{"product_id":"cranes-magic-mirror","title":"Magic Mirror \/ Cranes","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Story\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeneral Product Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThis magic mirror depicts cranes feeding on pine trees.\u003cbr\u003eWhen light is reflected onto a wall, the image of Amida Buddha appears.\u003cbr\u003eIt can also be used as a regular mirror in daily life.\u003cbr\u003eIts compact size makes it easy to carry and convenient for personal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagic Mirror – Reflections of Hidden Devotion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA magic mirror is a remarkable Japanese craftwork that reveals hidden images when light is cast upon its surface. Though it looks like an ordinary mirror, patterns or sacred figures engraved on the reverse side mysteriously appear in the reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDuring the Edo period, under the ban on Christianity, Kakure Kirishitan (Hidden Christians) are said to have used mirrors engraved with the image of Christ. By shining light onto the mirror, the figure of Christ would be projected, allowing them to pray in secret. To avoid suspicion, the reverse was often covered with a lid featuring harmless decorative patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eToday, magic mirrors are valued not only as rare religious artifacts, but also as exceptional examples of Japan’s advanced casting techniques and spiritual culture. Experience the mysterious beauty of light and shadow captured within this extraordinary mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct History\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWhen did these crafts start to craft?：200 years ago \/ 1800AD \/ Edo period in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eDuring the Edo period, under the strict prohibition of Christianity imposed by the Tokugawa shogunate, many believers were forced to practice their faith in secret. Among the objects they relied on was the so-called magic mirror, which is said to have served as a hidden instrument of worship for the underground Christians, known as Kakure Kirishitan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eAt first glance, this mirror appeared to be an ordinary one. Yet on the reverse side, it bore an image of Christ. When light was cast upon the mirror’s surface, the reflection would project the figure of Christ, allowing the faithful to offer their prayers in secret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo avoid detection, the owners of such mirrors often covered the back with a lid decorated with harmless, conventional patterns, concealing the sacred image from view. These magic mirrors thus embody both the ingenuity and the unshakable devotion of those who preserved their faith despite the harsh ban of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsman Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAkihisa Yamamoto\u003cbr\u003eAkihisa Yamamoto, the fifth-generation head of Yamamoto Alloy Works in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, is the only mirror maker in Japan who still handcrafts magic mirrors (makyō). While preserving the traditional techniques handed down from his father, he is devoted to passing on the legacy of these mysterious mirrors to the present age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/20250829-153258.jpg?v=1756455682\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraftsman Passion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eI hope that one day, magic mirrors (makyō) will once again be in the spotlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThere may be processes that could be mechanized, but doing so would cause certain techniques to be lost. And there are still people today who genuinely need those very techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRather than being preserved as something to be protected, it is ideal for these skills to survive because they remain necessary. With that ideal in mind, I craft magic mirrors every day, constantly thinking about how to make it a reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour Contribution to Craftsman\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCustomer Voice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDue to the market structure (link for full articles are attached bottom), craftsman have not known who the customer is and how customer reacts to their work. We made a “Message to Craftsman” box at purchase page. We will deliver all message to every craftsman. Our review will be also shared to craftsman so please leave your comment and evaluation on review section!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncome for Craftsman: Craftsman get only less than 10% of selling price?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAs written above, craftsman have not controlled last phase of sales channel that resulting in selling price is set by third-party without craftsman’s recognition. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThere are some cases that only less than 10% of selling price is given to craftsman. We promise with our customer \/ craftsman that we offer the fair trade with craftsmen in our contract!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe made an article about above problem and our challenge. Please have a read from below link.\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/pages\/sdgs-csr\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCurrent state of the Crafts Market \/ Benefits brought by Suigenkyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eWidth：9cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth：0.8cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight：250g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; Caution\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eBronze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual Difference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eEach piece is handmade, so there are individual differences even in the same series. We hope that you will understand the change by handmade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery Date\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThis item is made to order.\u003cbr\u003ePlease allow approximately 2 months from order placement to shipment.\u003cbr\u003eWe appreciate your understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akihisa Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607059611877,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/6621\/9493\/files\/DSC00868_0c059f4c-40b9-4a8f-9fc1-f9a34ba61ef8.jpg?v=1756454843"}],"url":"https:\/\/suigenkyo.store\/hi-gb\/collections\/akihisa-yamamoto.oembed","provider":"Suigenkyo Online Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}