Inugami Statue | Hand-Carved Japanese Spirit Dog Ash Wood Yokai Figurine

In Japanese mythology, the Inugami is one of the most complex and fascinating creatures in the entire world of yōkai. The word itself tells you everything: inu — dog, kami — deity or spirit. The Inugami is a dog that has become divine — or a spirit that has chosen the form of a dog. It can be a faithful protector, bound to a family across generations, guarding the household from evil and bringing good fortune to those it favours. Or it can be something darker — a witchy entity summoned through ritual, attached to a place or object, wielding its power in ways that are not always benevolent. The Inugami exists in the space between loyalty and danger, between the sacred and the uncanny. This Inugami Statue captures that duality in hand-carved ash wood, shaped with care in our family workshop.

Statue Characteristics

• Material — Ecological Ash Wood: Sustainably sourced ash holds fine figurative carving beautifully.
• Finish — Hand-Applied Varnish: Seals the wood and enhances its natural warmth.
• Dimensions — 5.3" H × 3.2" W × 2.5" D (13.5 × 8.3 × 6.5 cm): A compact, detailed figurine — perfect for a desk, shelf, or altar.
• One-of-a-Kind Design: Each piece is unique due to natural wood grain — no two are exactly alike.

Symbolism of the Inugami

• Dog Spirit — the Inugami takes the form of a dog, one of humanity’s oldest companions; its canine nature gives it qualities of loyalty, protection, and fierce devotion
• Guardian & Protector — in many traditions, Inugami are bound to families as hereditary protectors, fighting evil and bringing luck to those they serve across generations
• Summoned Through Ritual — Inugami could be called forth by creating sacred dog idols or dolls; these objects were used to address the spirit with prayers and requests
• Light & Shadow — unlike simpler spirits, the Inugami exists in moral ambiguity — capable of great protection or great harm depending on the intentions of those who summon it

If the Inugami speaks to you — its fierce loyalty, its ancient mystery, its place at the threshold between the human and spirit worlds — this statue belongs in your space. It serves as a striking focal point alongside the other creatures in our Japanese collection .

🌍 Shipping & Global Delivery

We ensure your artisan carvings reach you safely through our global network of makers:

• European Union: EU orders are shipped directly from our Studio in Spain. Shop items in stock in Spain →
• United States: Orders for the USA are shipped from our USA Warehouse for rapid domestic delivery. Shop items in stock in the USA →
• Global & Availability: For all other international countries, or in cases where the item is currently unavailable in our Spain or US locations, your statue will be handcrafted and shipped with care from our primary Workshop in Ukraine.

Returns & Exchanges

We gladly accept returns and exchanges.

• Contact us within 30 days of delivery
• Ship items back within 30 days of delivery
• Detailed return information here

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Care & Notes

Colour shades and textures may vary slightly from photos depending on your screen settings. To clean, simply wipe with a dry towel or tissue. The design is an original artwork created exclusively by our team — you won't find it anywhere else.