{"product_id":"cb308-dorei-clay-bell-of-yakushigama-薬師窯","title":"CB308 - Dorei Clay Bell of Yakushigama 薬師窯","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis charming Dragon (辰 \/ Tatsu) dorei clay bell was created by Yakushigama (薬師窯), one of Japan’s most beloved ceramic workshops, known for its auspicious zodiac ornaments and folk-inspired designs. Crafted in Seto, Aichi Prefecture, one of Japan’s historic pottery centres, Yakushigama continues a ceramic tradition that stretches back more than a thousand years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bell depicts a stylised white dragon with a rounded body, gently modelled features, and a lively, slightly whimsical expression. Gold accents highlight the horns, mane, and facial lines, while touches of red add warmth and contrast. The body is further decorated with auspicious seasonal motifs, including pine and blossom-like elements, giving the piece a festive New Year character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Japanese zodiac, the Dragon is one of the most powerful and auspicious animals. It is associated with strength, vitality, ambition, protection, success, and good fortune. Unlike the other zodiac animals, the dragon is a mythical creature, which gives it a particularly elevated symbolic status and makes dragon-year ornaments especially popular as talismans for energy and advancement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a dorei (土鈴), this piece also carries the traditional meaning of the Japanese clay bell. Dorei have long been appreciated as protective folk objects whose sound is believed to help ward away misfortune and invite good luck. Their compact forms and regional designs also made them popular as New Year decorations and collectible souvenirs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 7 x 4 x 7cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58213253972299,"sku":"CB308","price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/Cover_6f65833f-d83f-4393-8b9f-b755520f7384.jpg?v=1787301898","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/products\/cb308-dorei-clay-bell-of-yakushigama-%e8%96%ac%e5%b8%ab%e7%aa%af","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}