Usaburo Modern Japanese Kokeshi Doll (YOROKOBI - Joy) Made in Japan Collectible Figurines Traditional Crafts Girl in Kimono

Producing area: Japan (Gunma) / Material: Natural wood /(face) Mizuki (head body) chestnut/ Size: W3.54 inch x H8.27 inch/ The astringent red expresses the joy of an mature-themed woman. It is a very popular product with a design that is elegantly framed with gold on a plum with a unique atmosphere drawn in black. It features a lovely expression drawn by craftsmen one by one. The plump torso gives you a feeling of handmade warmth. A kokeshi doll with a very cute bob head./ Usaburo Kokeshi is a kokeshi doll that Mr. Usaburo Okamoto started manufacturing in 1950 in Gunma prefecture using new techniques without being bound by conventional techniques and concepts./ There are various ways to call kokeshi dolls depending on the region but it is common to write ko as wood ke as shaving and shi as child is what it means. Feel the warmth and traditional techniques./ It is a kokeshi doll with a gentle expression that makes you feel at ease just by looking at it. The hand-painted camellia-patterned kimono is cute and you can feel the warmth handmade by the craftsmen. Due to its height it has a strong presence when displayed in the room. It is very popular not only for home use but also as a souvenir for foreigners./ Precautions: * Painting is in the hands of craftsmen one by one. Please note that there are individual differences in facial expressions and colors. * Please note that the color of the product may differ slightly depending on the PC environment you are viewing.