FT624 - Omiyage Kokeshi from Yamagata 山形
FT624 - Omiyage Kokeshi from Yamagata 山形
A charming vintage Omiyage Kokeshi originating from Yamagata Prefecture (山形県) in Japan's Tōhoku region, featuring an adorable little girl dressed in a playful pear-inspired costume.
This delightful miniature wooden doll features a cheerful, smiling face with expressive eyes, rosy cheeks, and a bright green pear-shaped hood. Her traditional-style outfit is decorated with simple black patterns and a deep red collar, giving the figure a wonderfully innocent, childlike appearance.
Yamagata Prefecture is celebrated for its rich agricultural heritage, particularly its fruit orchards producing cherries, pears, grapes, and apples. Fruit-themed souvenirs such as this charming kokeshi reflect the region's agricultural identity and the playful creativity of Japanese folk craftsmanship.
Unlike traditional regional kokeshi, Omiyage Kokeshi were created as decorative travel souvenirs, often incorporating local produce, regional customs, and imaginative miniature scenes.
Size: 4 x 4 x 6cm
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