Aji Stone Bookends – Handcrafted in Japan from the World's Finest Granite

What is Aji Stone?

Aji Stone is a rare and highly esteemed granite found exclusively in the northeastern region of Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan. Known for its exceptional density and refined grain, this stone is prized for both its durability and natural beauty.

With a Mohs hardness rating of 7—comparable to quartz—Aji Stone surpasses most decorative stones in strength (for comparison, marble ranks at 4). Its tightly bonded fine particles enable precise and delicate craftsmanship. Moreover, its low moisture absorption makes it highly resistant to weathering, ensuring long-lasting quality.

Handcrafted by Japanese Artisans

Due to the stone’s remarkable hardness and density, working with Aji Stone requires a high level of expertise. In its place of origin, specialized artisans handle each stage of the process—from quarrying and cutting to polishing, engraving, and shaping. Their generational craftsmanship brings out the full character of the stone, transforming it into a piece of functional art.

A Perfect Gift or Interior Accent

These bookends are made of stone columns cut into quarters.The hardness of the Aji stone gives it a solid and stable feeling, and it can be used for large books as well.

○Specifications

• Material: Aji stone (a kind of granite) 
• Size: w105*d60*h105 mm
• Weight: 2.9 kg

○Shipping

• We will ship within a month maximum (if not in stock and will be made to order).
  If in stock, we will ship within a week.
• Shipping fee is included in the product price. 
• Since the products are processed from natural stone, each one is different in shape. Please be aware that the product you receive may differ from the product image shown on the website.

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