Bhuddist temple cast bell

[kevin.decelles]

In Hawaii (Oahu ) and went to a bhuddist temple . The bell that u ring was interesting as it weighs 7 tons and was cast in Japan

Apologies for the poor pics.

Bell is made from brass

 

[DPittman]

That's a big chunk of brass. I bet it has a nice rich ring to it

 

[CalgaryPT]

Wow. So beautiful. I love how the architecture of the surrounding stand and even the moss on the steps just looks like a critical part of the bell. Lucky you.

 

[YYCHM]

Lucky you.

Ha, I didn't catch that part

 

[deleted_user]

There are Bonsho all over japan have all been cast in a single pour with a shell and a core, the same method since the 700s. Traveling to japan to visit temples is high on my bucket list. Hawaii would be an okay alternative tho

 

[DavidR8]

There are Bonsho all over japan have all been cast in a single pour with a shell and a core, the same method since the 700s. Traveling to japan to visit temples is high on my bucket list. Hawaii would be an okay alternative tho

Having had the good fortune to visit Japan all I can say it you need to go!

 

[whydontu]

It’s easy to get so focused on chasing tenths that you forget how much beautiful work can be done using very simple tools. No Mitutoyo calipers when this was made, just craftsmanship.