{"title":"Scenery","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"k18028-omiyage-souvenir-kokeshi-doll","title":"K18028 - Omiyage kokeshi︱Seimon Ōhashi 正門大橋","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(90, 101, 102); font-family: V-Inter, V_INTER, 'V_INTER Fallback', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica-Neue, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; white-space-collapse: preserve-breaks;\"\u003eThis vintage omiyage kokeshi featuring a hand-painted depiction of Seimon Ōhashi (正門大橋), one of the most iconic bridges leading to the Tokyo Imperial Palace. The kokeshi has a whimsical, rounded bobbled head with a cheerful expression, highlighted by thinly arched eyebrows, delicate black eyes. The body is slender and subtly tapered, with a black background, serving as a dramatic backdrop for the intricate painted scene beautifully illustrates Seimon Ōhashi, with its elegant arch structure, surrounded by lush green trees and a glimpse of the Imperial Palace grounds, adding a sense of depth and cultural significance. Seimon Ōhashi (正門大橋), meaning “Main Gate Grand Bridge”. The bridge is not open to the public, but it is a popular sightseeing spot from the Kōkyo Gaien (Imperial Palace Outer Garden). It offers breathtaking views, especially during seasonal changes like cherry blossom season (sakura) and autumn foliage. 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The black hair is adorned with red maple leaf motifs, evoking the seasonal beauty of Nagano’s autumn foliage. The cylindrical body is crafted from a natural birch tree branch, maintaining its rustic bark texture, adding an authentic forest-inspired aesthetic. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe body features a black-painted section showcasing a scenic depiction of Shirakaba Lake (白樺湖) with lush green trees, rolling mountains, and shimmering blue water. It is famous for its beautiful year-round scenery, hot springs, and ski resorts. Surrounded by white birch (shirakaba) forests, the area attracts visitors for hiking, seasonal foliage viewing, and serene lakeside relaxation. This kokeshi likely served as a travel memento, symbolizing the peaceful and picturesque experience of Shirakaba Lake. Whether displayed as a nostalgic reminder of Japan’s alpine beauty or as an example of handcrafted wooden artistry, this piece embodies the tranquility and scenic wonder of Nagano’s highland landscapes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 18.5 cm tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈18cm","offer_id":53302303359307,"sku":"K18070","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/Untitled-1_0044_Layer31.jpg?v=1756659632"},{"product_id":"k15057-vintage-omiyage-kokeshi-doll","title":"K15057 - Vintage omiyage kokeshi doll","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vintage kokeshi doll from the 1980s, handcrafted from wood and featuring a minimalist, yet expressive face with delicately painted features – thin eyebrows, closed eyes, and a small red mouth, all contributing to a serene and peaceful expression. The doll’s round head sits atop a cylindrical body, characteristic of Naruko-style. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant Japanese characters brush-painted on the upper torso, a poetic verse. The lower portion features a lovely hand-painted mountain and pine tree scene, evoking traditional Japanese natural motifs and seasonal beauty. This type of omiyage kokeshi was often sold as a souvenir from hot spring resorts (onsen) or rural mountain towns, intended to bring joy and good fortune to the recipient. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 16 cm tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈15cm","offer_id":53302259777867,"sku":"K15057","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/Untitled-1_0059_Layer186.jpg?v=1756734082"},{"product_id":"k10116-vintage-onsen-omiyage-kokeshi-doll","title":"K10116 - Vintage onsen omiyage kokeshi doll","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vintage omiyage (souvenir) kokeshi doll characterized by its combination of traditional kokeshi features and playful, regional design. The doll’s head is fixed and softly painted, with charming floral hair details and a demure expression that exudes innocence. This piece has its integrated base a rustic, shallow dish carved from the same wood, which gives it the appearance of standing in a floating vessel or basin. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePainted landscape motifs of pine trees and stylized waves wrap around the body, evoking the feeling of a peaceful onsen (hot spring) setting, referencing a regional spa town, which these omiyage kokeshi often commemorate. The top-heavy design with its curving, hourglass-shaped body lends it an almost toy-like silhouette, suggestive of mid-century experimental forms often seen in tourist folk dolls of the 1950s–1970s. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 5 x 5 x 8 cm  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈10cm","offer_id":53302256697675,"sku":"K10116","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/Untitled-1_0014_Layer502.jpg?v=1756738077"},{"product_id":"k15065-vintage-omiyage-kokeshi-doll","title":"K15065 - Vintage omiyage kokeshi doll","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vintage kokeshi doll from 1970s features a charmingly stylized head hand-painted with soft, sleepy eyes, high-arched brows, and thick black side tufts. Her head rests atop a rare rectangular wooden body, a less common shape among kokeshi that adds sculptural flair to the piece. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe body is decorated with a serene hand-painted landscape, depicting a tranquil pine grove and flowing stream in earthy tones of green and black, framed by white linear bands that wrap around the upper and lower edges. A simple cord around the neck adds a subtle traditional touch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt created as a souvenir piece from a scenic location in Japan, this doll reflects the spirit of postwar regional tourism, where such kokeshi were crafted by artisans as affordable keepsakes. 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