[Japanese Famous Stone] Bracelet Original Design Fukui Blue <Made in Fukui Prefecture> Round [br-g8030]

◇What is "Fukui blue"?

Echizen stone discovered by Emperor Keitai.
The fierce general Shibata Katsuie loved this "Ao" stone so much that he is said to have had the roof of his castle covered with Shakudani stone.
It is mainly mined in the Asuwa area of ​​Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture, and the stone quality of the Shakudani area at the foot of the mountain on the northwest side is particularly excellent, hence the name Shakudani stone.
It also turns a deep blue when wet.
This stone was loved by the Asakura clan, who ruled Echizen Province, and was used for stone coffins and stone monuments during the Kofun period, about 1,500 years ago.
Mining ceased in 1999, and there is now little in circulation.
It is said to be a stone that gives passion and charisma and leads to victory.

◇What is "Onyx"?

Onyx is a type of agate that is black in color and has a captivating jet black color.
It is said to give you the strength to persevere and persevere, and to support your success.
It is said to exorcise inner evil and give you the ability to protect yourself from external attacks.
Black onyx is often used in men's accessories.

◇What is "sodalite"?

Sodalite is said to not only exorcise evil from outside, but also calm evil thoughts and fears within, sever the temptation to do evil, and give you the courage and drive to do what is right.
It is also called the "stone of intelligence" because it encourages rational behavior, and is said to improve luck in work and studies.
It brings patience, judgment, intuition, and insight, calms confusion, and organizes your mind (heart), so it will help you acquire the knowledge and wisdom you have learned and be able to accept the advice of others, making it a good talisman to have when studying for exams, etc.

◇What is "Amazonite"?

Amazonite is the guardian stone of maidens.
It is said to remove anxiety and impatience and open the way to the future.
For this reason, it is also known as the stone of hope.
It is said to support communication skills and is recommended when you are having trouble with interpersonal relationships.
It is also said to be effective in relieving stress, strengthening the mind and body, improving thinking ability, and improving imagination.

◇What is "Amethyst"?

Amethyst, known as the guardian stone of love, is said to govern the heart of love and cherishment and give the power to discern true love.
It is said to deepen your love with someone important and support those you want to protect.
Its Japanese name is "purple quartz," and as jewelry, those with deep, rich colors have been considered more valuable.
It is also the birthstone for February and is recommended as a gift for birthdays and anniversaries.

◇What is "Beitou Stone"?

Beitou stone, known as the stone that keeps doctors away, contains radioactive radium and has such beauty and health benefits that it has been described as "like wearing a hot spring."
A bracelet made of Beitou stone, which is only found in Beitou Hot Springs in Taiwan and Tamagawa Hot Springs in Akita Prefecture in the world.
Because it is produced in hot spring areas, it is said to have the same effects as hot springs, and is often featured on television.
We sourced this Beitou stone directly from a local manufacturer in Beitou Hot Springs.
Beitou stone is a natural monument in both Taiwan and Japan, and no new stones are produced.
Therefore, Beitou stone powder is baked into ceramic (pottery).
Beitoulite is a lead-bearing barite that contains radioactive radium.
This raises concerns about radiation exposure, but both radium and the radon produced by radium decay are present in very small amounts, with the majority of radiation being alpha rays. Exposure to alpha rays can be prevented with just a piece of paper, so there is no problem as long as the radiation is not inhaled into the body.
Radium has a melting point of 700°C and a boiling point of 1140°C, so it does not become a gas and there is almost no risk of internal exposure. Radon is also a rare gas, but its half-life is just under four days, and even if it enters the body, it is quickly expelled. Please use it as if you were in a radium hot spring.