{"product_id":"rare-miniature-kokeshi-with-5-yen-coin","title":"K05026 - RARE Miniature Kokeshi with 5 Yen Coin","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis miniature kokeshi doll from 1970s is a rare collector’s piece that embodies both cultural symbolism and delicate craftsmanship. Uniquely designed with a Japanese 5 yen coin around its neck—often considered a good luck charm—this doll carries deep meaning in both form and inscription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSymbolism of the 5 Yen Coin: The pronunciation of “5 yen” (五円 \/ go-en) is a homophone for “ご縁 (go-en),” which means “fate,” “destiny,” or “a meaningful connection” in Japanese. People often use 5 yen coins for offerings (賽銭 \/ saisen) when praying at shrines, hoping to “build a good connection” with the gods. Because of this, the coin symbolizes good fortune, relationships, and new opportunities—whether in love, friendship, business, or spiritual ties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Inscription – \"壽\" (Kotobuki): A celebratory kanji meaning longevity, congratulations, or auspiciousness—commonly used in gifts or blessings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack Inscription:\u003cbr\u003e浦青 (Ura Aoi)\u003cbr\u003e安葉 (Yasuha)\u003cbr\u003e宮城 (Miyagi) – indicating the doll's regional origin in Miyagi Prefecture, a heartland of traditional kokeshi-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 6cm tall\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈5cm","offer_id":53348730863947,"sku":"K05026","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_99c0b2e8-70d6-460a-8aa5-750c7220a1ce.jpg?v=1757423767","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/de\/products\/rare-miniature-kokeshi-with-5-yen-coin","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}