A traditional 湯姫人形 (Yuhime Ningyō), a regional folk doll from Yubara Onsen in Okayama Prefecture, Japan. With her serene expression, delicate features, and round form, this doll represents the gentle and graceful spirit of a “Yuhime” or “Hot Spring Princess,” a symbolic guardian of the healing waters.
The doll is wrapped in a stunning brocade kimono featuring intricate patterns of cranes and flowers, both of which are auspicious symbols in Japanese culture, cranes representing longevity and good fortune, and floral motifs symbolizing seasonal beauty and renewal. A vibrant red bow tied at the front adds a charming accent to her calm and elegant presence.
What sets this doll apart is her rounded, daruma-like body, expressing resilience and the cultural idea of nanakorobi yaoki (七転び八起き), or “fall seven times, rise eight.” On the back is the official 湯姫人形 certification seal, verifying its authenticity as a local craft of Yubara Onsen, a region celebrated for its therapeutic hot springs and traditional charm.
Often sold as souvenirs or gifted as tokens of luck, healing, and beauty, the Yuhime Ningyō carries a gentle spirit and warm sentiment—making it a meaningful piece of folk heritage and an elegant decorative object that brings a touch of Japanese culture into any space.
Size: 11 x 11 x 16cm
