{"product_id":"takaoka-metalwork-hiramaru-lion-lid-incense-burner","title":"Takaoka Metalwork Hiramaru lion lid Incense Burner","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTakaoka Metalwork Hiramaru Lion Lid Incense Burner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pair of cranes take flight above a pine tree on the body of this incense burner, an auspicious pairing that symbolizes longevity and good fortune. The lid is shaped in the form of a seated lion (shishi), giving the piece its distinctive silhouette and name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is a product of Takaoka Metalwork, a traditional craft with over 400 years of history in Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture. A skilled engraver hand-chases the cranes and pine into the cast copper body, then applies gold and silver plating according to the artisan's own sensibility, transforming a plain casting into a vividly detailed work of art well suited for display as well as everyday incense burning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFill the bowl with ash, then place a lit incense cone, stick, or piece of charcoal on top of the ash to enjoy the fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Diameter 10.5 cm x Height 12.8 cm (4.13 in x 5.04 in) (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: Paulownia wood box (13 x 13 x 11.5 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Takaoka Metalwork","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47263179309293,"sku":"T2-135-01-000","price":291.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/3003\/7997\/files\/T2-135-01-000_1.jpg?v=1791187538","url":"https:\/\/shop.kohgen.com\/products\/takaoka-metalwork-hiramaru-lion-lid-incense-burner","provider":"Kohgen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}