{"product_id":"cb053-japanese-clay-bell-dorei-monkey-kirishima","title":"CB053 - Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Monkey Kirishima","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vintage dorei clay bell crafted in the form of a seated monkey. Dorei (土鈴) are traditional Japanese earthenware bells, often made of clay, that are hollow inside and produce a soft, pleasant sound when shaken. They are commonly sold as charms at Shinto shrines and are believed to bring good fortune, protection, and happiness. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnglazed clay, shaped and painted. The face, ears, and snout are painted bright red, a color often symbolizing protection and vitality in Japanese culture. The kanji 福 (fuku) is written in red on the monkey’s chest, meaning good fortune or happiness. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA red seal stamp with shrine-related characters (霧島神宮, Kirishima Jingū—a famous Shinto shrine in Kagoshima, Japan) indicates the place of origin. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonkeys have special significance in Japanese folklore and Shinto beliefs. They are sometimes seen as divine messengers, warding off evil and misfortune. A monkey-shaped dorei bell such as this one would have been purchased as a charm during a shrine visit, especially around the Year of the Monkey in the zodiac cycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53314603352395,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/1755420283.webp?v=1756996625","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/de\/products\/cb053-japanese-clay-bell-dorei-monkey-kirishima","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}