Traditional design with monk image. 5 pieces 

Note: Oribe monk style can vary from time to time.

Square opening in front and in back. Sun & crescent moon opening on sides.

Sawn flat bottom to be set on concrete paver or pad just below grade eliminates the need to bury this post and lose a lot of height!

Oribe was the leading tea master after Sen No Rikyu (the father of the modern tea ceremony, 1640’s). He designed this lantern to represent the influence of Christianity as it was introduced into Japan. It supposedly represents a cross and the “monk” could represent Jesus or some even think Mary. Some people put the symbol and monk to the back so it is not apparent. This is because originally the Japanese who used it were persecuted for their new found beliefs. So says the legend.

A note about shipping damage vs. minor flaws in our stone lanterns and basins. Obvious damage/breakage is rare and we will replace any piece that suffers shipping damage OR provide a $ credit if the damage is repairable by the customer.

Minor flaws/irregularities sometimes will occur during the crafting process as most items go through a flame-thermal treatment at the end of production to give the finished surface a more consistent and natural texture. Natural stone will sometimes react inconsistently during this process and irregular surfaces will occur. We feel this is part of the crafting of these natural stone pieces and that it adds authenticity to them - setting them apart from cast or molded imitations. We do not offer refunds or credits for this type of condition and will not ship an item if we feel we wouldn't want it in our own garden!