{"product_id":"k20184-naruko-style-kokeshi-from-the-showa-period","title":"K20184 - Naruko Style Kokeshi from the Shōwa period","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful vintage Japanese Naruko-style Kokeshi from the Shōwa period (1926–1989), featuring traditional floral decorations and the nostalgic charm of Tohoku folk craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant wooden doll features a generously rounded head with delicately hand-painted facial features, gently smiling eyes, and traditional black hair adorned with subtle red accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts cylindrical body is beautifully decorated with large red chrysanthemum flowers (菊 \/ Kiku) and vibrant green foliage. Fine horizontal bands in red and black around the shoulders and base complete the composition, creating a warm and harmonious design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe naturally aged wood, softly faded colours, and expressive brushwork give this piece a wonderful vintage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating from Naruko Onsen in Miyagi Prefecture, Naruko Kokeshi represent one of the most recognised traditional wooden doll styles of Japan's Tohoku region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are characterised by rounded heads, straight cylindrical bodies, distinctive facial expressions, and beautifully painted floral patterns, particularly chrysanthemums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chrysanthemum (菊) holds special significance in Japanese culture, symbolising longevity, happiness, nobility, and the beauty of autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally produced by skilled woodturners, kokeshi were originally sold as souvenirs to visitors of hot spring resorts before becoming cherished examples of Japanese folk art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 5 x 5 x 21cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈20cm","offer_id":59230484267339,"sku":"K20184","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/Cover_aef666d0-c29c-4be3-916d-1583b36a7d2a.jpg?v=1794433033","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/es\/products\/k20184-naruko-style-kokeshi-from-the-showa-period","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}