Kamakura: Sato Toshio

Akita Cedars are the symbol of Akita Prefecture grown naturally in local mountain forests. Steep slopes are bad conditions for these trees and are not uncommon. However,
after growing in such difficult terrain for a time, they change direction become tall and straighten up towards the sky. This is not only characteristic of Akita cedars, this self-mending quality extends to all trees including Zelkova, Oak and Cherry.

Since ancient times our ancestors have climbed trees and taken refuge from wild animals time and again. And since they hid on the branches and behind the green leaves,
the color green has come to signify safety. Even people in modern times recognize the color “green” as a healing color.

The wood in your good luck charm from Kamakura has that same self healing quality, then inscribe your charm with the Chinese character (kuu)to make its powers complete.

The Chinese character , read as “kuu” or “sora”, meaning emptiness or sky becomes you. Whether you are a novice or an expert artist, any color is appropriate. The most important point is that the character becomes one with the person who writes it.

Try projecting the essence of your mind on your very own good luck charm with the character”kuu”.