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Japanese Paperweight inspired by Oni-gawara roof tiles resting on paper beside a fountain pen as a refined Desk Accessory.

Handcrafted Japanese Paperweight inspired by Oni-gawara roof tiles, refined Desk Accessory symbolizing calm protection.

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Japanese Kawara Roof Guardian Paperweight Medium – Square Face

Name: Japanese Kawara Roof Guardian Paperweight Medium – Square Face
Brand: Echizen Seramika
SKU: EC0008
Price: 26.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$26.00 USD

This Japanese paperweight takes its form from the Oni-gawara—the guardian roof tiles that have watched over Japanese temples and homes for centuries. The Square Face design shows a balanced yet powerful expression, representing strength and calm protection.

Handcrafted by Echizen Seramika in Fukui, each piece reflects the artistry of traditional Japanese tilemaking. The Oni-gawara was more than decoration—it was a symbol of protection, believed to ward off evil spirits while giving dignity and beauty to rooftops. Made from Echizen’s iron-rich clay, this piece has a quiet, silvery-gray tone and a satisfying weight. Once a guardian above, it now rests on your desk—keeping your papers secure and your space protected as a refined Japanese desk accessory.

Details

Size: 3.7" × 3.1" × 0.8" (9.5 cm × 8 cm × 2 cm)
Weight: 9.2 oz (260 g)
Brand: Echizen Seramika

Echizen Seramika — From Roof to Desk

Founded in 1952 in snowy Fukui, Echizen Seramika has long protected Japanese homes and temples with its resilient roof tiles. Made from iron-rich Echizen clay and fired at around 1200 °C, these tiles develop a distinctive silvery-gray hue known as gin-nezumi, a quiet color that has shaped Japan’s traditional landscapes for centuries. Today, the artisans of Echizen Seramika have transformed this heritage into contemporary tableware and decorative pieces that celebrate the beauty of earthen craftsmanship.

At Komorebi Stationery, we have reimagined this material and craft through a different lens—creating pen trays and paperweights that bring the enduring strength and understated grace of Japanese rooftops to the creative desk. Each piece carries the wisdom and artistry of generations, connecting your daily writing space with the timeless craftsmanship that once sheltered Japan’s homes.

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Japanese Kawara Roof Guardian Paperweight Medium – Square Face

$26.00 USD

Japanese Kawara Roof Guardian Paperweight Medium – Square Face

Details

Echizen Seramika — From Roof to Desk

Japanese Kawara Roof Guardian Paperweight Medium – Square Face

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