Boxwood Owl-Carved Juzu Bead Bracelet

In Japan, the owl — fukurō — is a beloved emblem of good fortune. The name plays on the homophones fu-kurō ('no hardship') and fuku-rō ('the bringer of fortune'), making the owl a classic charm in Japanese folk tradition.The beads are turned from tsuge — Japanese boxwood, a fine-grained, golden-toned hardwood famously used for carved seals, woodblock-print blocks, and shogi pieces. Hard enough for the most intricate carving, boxwood develops a deep luster and rich character the more it is handled — each bracelet becomes increasingly its wearer's own.Quadruple-layer silicone cord for everyday durability. Hand-strung in Kyoto by a master juzu artisan.A graceful, gender-neutral piece for daily wear — or a thoughtful gift for someone you wish well.Material: Main beads: Japanese boxwood (tsuge) with hand-carved owl · Cord: Polyurethane elasticSize: Inner ø 17 cm (≈ 6.7 in) · Weight: 10 g (0.02 lb)Origin: Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan. Hand-finished by master Kyoto juzu artisans.Each piece is handmade — natural variations in grain, color, and bead size are part of the craft.