Suiseki, Bonseki, Viewing Stone, Approximately 14.5kg, Height 25cm, Width 32cm The item pictured is called "Suiseki." Suiseki is a traditional Japanese hobby and culture of appreciating natural stones placed on a pedestal or in a water basin. The shape and patterns of the stone are used to represent and appreciate natural landscapes such as mountains, waterfalls, and islands, as well as the forms of birds, animals, and deities. The interesting aspect of Suiseki lies in the ability of the viewer's sensitivity and creativity to find various landscapes and meanings within a single stone. Good Suiseki is considered to be important for its stone quality, shape, surface texture, color, and the appearance that conveys the "age" cultivated over many years. Suiseki is sometimes displayed together with bonsai as "Tenpai" (accompanying arrangement) to enhance the appeal of the bonsai. The origin of the stone is based on AI's interpretation, not mine, so please make your own judgment based on the images. Thank you for viewing. Purchase without comments is welcome. Shipping will be via Rakuraku Mercari.