Shishi Komainu "A" NumberBolt /Black Iron (M&Ms)

M&Ms products
About lead times when out of stock

We're delighted to be receiving a very large number of orders.

All M&Ms products are made entirely by hand, from sculpting and molding to painting,
so restocking of out-of-stock items can't keep up at the moment.

If the item you want is out of stock,
place a back-order and we will make yours with priority over restock production
(Lead time varies depending on order volume)

*As this item is made to order, orders cannot be canceled once placed

M&Ms (Making and Monsters)

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Shishi-komainu guardian lions that ward off evil and protect sacred grounds

Shishi-komainu guardian lions that ward off evil and protect sacred grounds
As a good-luck charm bringing protection to all, we have released a license plate bolt fitting for the start of the seventh year of Reiwa (2025)

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M&Ms Sculpture.
A gem with attention to detail in every part of the sculpture

The Shishi-Komainu license plate bolt, crafted over more than two months with close attention to fine detail.

The size and expression are unified so there is no mismatch between the "A" and "Un" pair. The powerful gaze and fierce mouth and nose are clearly expressed, and the lion's mane, which wards off evil with strong spiritual power, is arranged into an imposing frame.
While faithfully recreating the traditional guardian lions, we added M&Ms flair, such as changing the top to a bold slicked-back style

Real painting.
Different textures for even more realism

Each piece is carefully hand-painted, making it one of a kind, with a realistic texture mass production could never achieve.
Available in "Kurogane (black iron) and Mekki (gilt)," expressing the shisa as a guardian lion "statue."

Travel charms.
As a travel charm

Made with the wish to ward off evil (accidents) for bikers and hold on to good fortune (accident-free riding).
Released as a license plate bolt with prayers for the safety of everyone traveling on their iron horses

A: the principle from which all things arise. Draws in good fortune and wards off evil
Un: represents the wisdom and virtue in which all things end. Never lets go of the good fortune it has seized

Gimmick.
Bolt embedded to make a license plate bolt

An M6 bolt is embedded in a Making&Monsters original sculpture to make a license plate bolt.
A large washer is included to help prevent the license plate from cracking.

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Size

Width: 47 mm
Height: 51 mm
Depth: 23 mm (excluding bolt)
Bolt: M6-20mm

Material

Body: resin
Bolt: steel

Contents

Main unit x1
(Please note this is not a left/right pair)

Fitment

Universal



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[Please be sure to read]

All M&Ms sculptures are made entirely by hand, so please understand the following before purchasing

[About the warranty]

M&Ms products come with a 1-month product warranty.
If the sculpture breaks or comes off, please contact us.
*The product warranty does not cover natural aging or deterioration

[About aging and deterioration]

M&Ms license plate bolts and valve caps are finished with paint.
When mounted on a vehicle, some discoloration, fading, loss of gloss and coating deterioration will occur over time; please understand this before purchasing.
*Please understand in advance that flying stones, sand, rain, etc. may also speed up deterioration.

[About early deterioration]

M&Ms license plate bolts and valve caps undergo durability testing and aging/deterioration checks assuming "mounted on a bike" and "stored in an indoor garage."

The following conditions will speed up deterioration of the paint and coating.
Please avoid use in these conditions, or enjoy the product with aging and deterioration in mind.
*Please understand in advance that we do not offer a warranty for early deterioration under these conditions.

• Outdoor storage (storage exposed to rain and sunlight leads to early deterioration)
• Installation/use on cars or front license plates that are easily affected by rain, sand and flying stones
• Long rides in strong summer sun or facing the afternoon sun

[About the durability of the paint and body]

• Due to the nature of resin, the surface coating may lift slightly in places
• Paint is mixed each time, so colors may differ slightly from the product images

[Neon colors]

For their vivid colors, M&Ms neon colors use a special American paint.
It produces pop colors Japanese paints can't, but its durability and weather resistance are lower than Japanese paints.
Please understand this before purchasing.

[Installation notes]

• This product has a bolt embedded in the resin body. Please be careful, as "excessive" tightening may damage the bolt joint and the body
• Holding thin parts of the sculpture, or connecting parts on multi-piece designs, while tightening may break the resin. Always hold the thick "main body" of the resin when tightening the nut
• On some models the bolt is too long to install (Vespa, etc.). It takes a little time, but we can make one with your preferred bolt size, so just ask
• It may not be usable with license plate covers, etc.
• Installation on a car requires tightening with a nut.
• Video of the installation steps on a car:here (Instagram)

[About vehicle inspection]

• When fitted, the Shishi-Komainu license plate bolt may slightly cover the edge of the characters
• License plate bolts may not pass vehicle inspection on newer vehicles, etc.
We appreciate your understanding.

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About
M&Ms (Making&Monsters)

M&Ms (Making and Monsters)

Presents artworks centered on sculptures by artist Mai.
Built around eye-catchingly realistic hand-painting, enjoy a lineup that isn't bound by genre

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