ground stone tool from the late Jomon period
Archaeological term. Named for its resemblance to a Buddhist tokko (vajra). Used in discussions of Jomon-era artifacts.
See also: 独鈷
Many ground stone tools from the late Jomon period have been excavated from this site.
The name 'tokkoishi' comes from its resemblance to the Buddhist ritual implement called a tokko.
Compound of 独鈷 (tokko, a Buddhist ritual implement) and 石 (ishi, stone), named for its shape.