{"product_id":"cb227-shishi-gashira-dorei-from-nozawa-onsen-野沢温泉","title":"CB227 - Shishi-gashira Dorei from Nozawa Onsen 野沢温泉","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis handmade dorei (土鈴) clay bell from Nozawa Onsen (野沢温泉) is crafted in the form of a Shishi-gashira (獅子頭)—the traditional lion head used in Japanese lion dances. Folk crafts such as this are popular souvenirs from Nozawa Onsen, a historic mountain hot-spring village known for its rich local traditions and handmade artisan goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bell is modeled as a bold red lion head with wide, expressive eyes, arched brows, and an animated mouth. A small tuft of straw at the top suggests the lion’s mane, while the rustic braided cord allows the piece to be hung as a decorative charm. The hand-painted features and slightly irregular form give the piece a warm, folk-art character, emphasizing that it is individually handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shishi (lion) holds an important place in Japanese culture as a protective guardian believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune. Lion heads appear in festivals and traditional shishi-mai (lion dances), where performers use the lion to bless communities and protect households from misfortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining the protective symbolism of the lion with the charm of regional folk craft, this Nozawa Onsen Shishi-gashira dorei serves as both a decorative keepsake and a small talisman wishing protection, happiness, and good fortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 7 x 6 x 5cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56810279797067,"sku":"CB227","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_15b32a3e-b00f-4dd4-98da-1931ddb2d4b0.jpg?v=1773663797","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/products\/cb227-shishi-gashira-dorei-from-nozawa-onsen-%e9%87%8e%e6%b2%a2%e6%b8%a9%e6%b3%89","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}