{"product_id":"choju-giga-incense-holder-monkey","title":"Monkey Incense Holder – Chōjū-giga Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a playful yet refined touch to your space with the Chōjū Giga (鳥獣戯画) Monkey Incense Holder, inspired by the mischievous monkey from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artsandculture.google.com\/story\/fQUBrahtnR0FKw\" title=\"Choju Giga Scrolls\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eChōjū Giga\u003c\/i\u003e scrolls\u003c\/a\u003e. This holder captures the spirit of curiosity and wit that the monkey represents. In the original artwork, the monkey is shown holding an object, and this incense holder mirrors that pose—your incense stick replaces the item, making it look like the monkey is holding it while it burns. Perfect for adding a dash of humor and Japanese cultural charm to your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHandcrafted in Toyama Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/b\u003e using high-quality tin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUnique Design  \u003c\/b\u003eThis incense holder features the monkey from the historic \u003ci\u003eChōjū Giga\u003c\/i\u003e scrolls, now ready to hold your incense, creating a connection between ancient art and modern rituals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMonkey Symbolism  \u003c\/b\u003eThe monkey, known for its cleverness and playful nature, is a symbol of curiosity and intelligence in Japanese culture. In the \u003ci\u003eChōjū Giga\u003c\/i\u003e scrolls, it embodies humor and mischief.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSignificance of \u003ci\u003eChōjū Giga  \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eOften considered Japan’s earliest form of manga, the \u003ci\u003eChōjū Giga\u003c\/i\u003e scrolls humorously depict animals behaving like humans. These whimsical scenes offer a lighthearted commentary on human nature and have become iconic in Japanese art history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePerfect Gift  \u003c\/b\u003eA fun and culturally rich gift for lovers of Japanese art and incense rituals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring a playful spirit into your home and enhance your incense rituals with this charming Chōjū Giga Monkey Incense Holder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMade in Toyama Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sumitani Saburo Shoten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41767050805334,"sku":"30003","price":41.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2330\/8397\/files\/choju-giga-incense-holder-monkey-3196246.jpg?v=1765812988","url":"https:\/\/wabisabi-jp.net\/products\/choju-giga-incense-holder-monkey","provider":"The Wabi Sabi Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}