Comes with a certificate issued by Takita Shoten which is proof of the quality of the Takita Shoten brand. Candles are used to light the candles, and are also called flames and candlesticks.The votive represents Buddhist wisdom, and is said to have a virtue to eliminate the darkness of trouble. This is a high quality Takaoka copper pottery candle made with care by skilled craftsmen. Takaoka Copper Utensil: Takaoka copper wares boasting 400 years of tradition can be used to create a fine process such as original making, casting, finishing, coloring or polishing. In every process, skilled craftsmen exude the dapper of the handicraft, and when they work together create a beautiful sculpture. The casting process requires years of expertise to "measure the temperature of the melted metal with your eyes". Full of tradition and elegance, Takaoka copper ware is great for home use and as a gift.