{"product_id":"k40005-naruko-kokeshi-by-shinichi-kato-加藤信一","title":"K40005 - Naruko Kokeshi by Shinichi Kato 加藤信一","description":"\u003cp\u003eA vintage Naruko Kokeshi by Japanese artisan Shinichi Kato (加藤信一) from Naruko Onsen, Miyagi Prefecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional wooden doll features a large, rounded head with delicately hand-painted facial features, gentle smiling eyes, and distinctive black hair decorated with red ribbons. Its cylindrical body is beautifully adorned with vibrant red chrysanthemum flowers (kiku) and bold black foliage, complemented by traditional red bands around the shoulders and base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe striking floral composition and harmonious proportions reflect the timeless beauty of Naruko kokeshi craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShinichi Kato born on July 22, 1920, in Naruko, Miyagi Prefecture, Shinichi Kato was the eldest son of Tsuneji Kato. After a long career with Japanese National Railways, he pursued his passion for traditional kokeshi making. In 1976, he began an apprenticeship under renowned Naruko craftsman Jun Onuma (大沼純) and started producing his own kokeshi dolls that same year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 1980, his wife Masami also began contributing to the decoration of his wooden dolls. Originating from Naruko Onsen in Miyagi Prefecture, Naruko kokeshi are among the most recognised traditional kokeshi styles of Japan's Tohoku region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 11 x 11 x 41cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"≈40cm","offer_id":59098569703755,"sku":"K40005","price":60.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/Cover_d02e939d-83e5-4425-b930-df7e6036dc30.jpg?v=1793609424","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/fr\/products\/k40005-naruko-kokeshi-by-shinichi-kato-%e5%8a%a0%e8%97%a4%e4%bf%a1%e4%b8%80","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}