{"product_id":"shinano-omachi-vintage-omiyage-doll","title":"FT90 - Shinano Ōmachi vintage omiyage doll","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage doll originates from Shinano Ōmachi (信濃大町), a historic town in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Nestled in the Northern Japanese Alps, Shinano Ōmachi is a gateway to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, hot springs, and traditional rural life. This piece captures the rustic charm and folk culture of Japan’s countryside, making it a nostalgic and unique collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe doll’s face is made from fabric, delicately hand-painted with soft, smiling eyes and a gentle expression, characteristic of Showa-era (1926–1989) souvenir dolls.\u003cbr\u003eShe wears a traditional blue-patterned kimono with a white headscarf (tenugui), often associated with rural workers or market women.\u003cbr\u003eShe holds a small wooden tray filled with what appear to be harvested mushrooms, chestnuts, or another seasonal crop, symbolizing Shinano Ōmachi’s rich natural resources and agricultural traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe doll is seated on a base made from raw birch wood, preserving the organic texture of the bark, reinforcing a connection to nature.\u003cbr\u003eThe wooden post and hanging lamp next to the doll suggest a countryside setting, possibly a rest area or marketplace.\u003cbr\u003eThe black wooden signboard (信濃大町, Shinano Ōmachi) affirms the doll’s origin as a regional souvenir from this picturesque mountain town.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA miniature oil lamp, suspended from the wooden post, adds a nostalgic touch, reminiscent of early rural Japan where such lanterns were used in villages and roadside inns.\u003cbr\u003eThis detail reflects the traditional lifestyle of mountain communities, where simple yet essential tools were part of daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShinano Ōmachi (信濃大町) Located in Nagano Prefecture, Shinano Ōmachi is a historic post town and a gateway to the famous Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, known for its breathtaking mountain scenery. The region is rich in agricultural produce, forestry, and traditional craftsmanship, often celebrated in local folk crafts like this omiyage doll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: \u003cspan\u003e8 x 6 x 14.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈15cm","offer_id":53348769988939,"sku":"FT90","price":13.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_596b9914-9336-4c0f-8503-76ddd9c14a13.jpg?v=1757424256","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/de\/products\/shinano-omachi-vintage-omiyage-doll","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}