{"product_id":"cb022-clay-bell-ornament-dorei-gion-mamori-inu-祇園守犬","title":"CB022 - Dog Dorei Gion Mamori Inu by Takeshi Takahashi 高橋毅孖","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Japanese Dog Clay Bell (Dorei) – Gion Mamori Inu (祇園守犬) Protective Charm. The figurine is crafted in the form of a loyal and protective dog, painted in white with black ears, red markings, and a golden saddle-like design featuring a stylized floral crest. A golden cord is attached, allowing for easy hanging or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDorei made by Takeshi Takahashi (高橋毅孖) was an artisan from\u0026amp;nbsp;Kyoto, Japan, known for producing Kiyomizu-style clay figures (Kiyomizu ningyō) and clay bells (土鈴, dorē). His works mainly date from around the early–mid Shōwa period (circa 1950s). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gion Mamori Inu is a guardian talisman associated with Kyoto’s famous Yasaka Shrine (Gion Shrine) and is often given as a protective charm for children, safe childbirth, and family well-being. In Japanese folklore, dogs (inu, 犬) symbolize loyalty, protection, and warding off evil spirits, making this bell a powerful amulet of good fortune and security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDorei is a traditional handcrafted bell made from clay or ceramic, these bells produce a soft, pleasant sound when shaken. Often sold at shrines or festivals as charms to ward off evil and bring good fortune.\u003cbr\u003eThe sound of the bell is believed to purify the surrounding environment and attract positive energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 5 x 3 x 4.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53320512831819,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_2b0962f7-5b02-4eed-830a-d59711cdae1f.jpg?v=1757070822","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/de\/products\/cb022-clay-bell-ornament-dorei-gion-mamori-inu-%e7%a5%87%e5%9c%92%e5%ae%88%e7%8a%ac","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}