{"product_id":"k10219-omiyage-kokeshi-from-sendai-仙台","title":"K10219 - Omiyage Kokeshi from Sendai 仙台","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis charming pair of omiyage kokeshi from Sendai (仙台) beautifully captures the poetic spirit of Oku no Hosomichi (奥の細道, “The Narrow Road to the Deep North”), the famed travel diary of the haiku master Matsuo Bashō.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach doll is delicately hand-painted and dressed in softly rounded forms, wearing traditional kasa (straw travel hats) adorned with flowing calligraphy. These inscriptions evoke the literary journey of Bashō as he traveled through the Tōhoku region, with Sendai being one of the key places along his path. The gentle expressions—closed eyes, faint smiles—suggest quiet contemplation, echoing the reflective mood of the pilgrimage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pair is inspired by Matsuo Bashō (松尾芭蕉) and his devoted companion Kawai Sora (曾良), who journeyed together through northern Japan. The two figures subtly represent this traveling duo, embodying companionship, cultural exploration, and the shared pursuit of poetic insight along the road.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRendered in complementary colors—one in deep blue, the other in soft violet—each doll is decorated with simple floral motifs that enhance their folk charm. A small metal loop detail at the waist adds a subtle functional touch, typical of souvenir craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003eAs omiyage, these kokeshi are more than decorative objects—they are poetic keepsakes, embodying themes of travel, friendship, and introspection. Rooted in the cultural landscape of northern Japan, they offer a tangible connection to the timeless beauty and literary heritage of Oku no Hosomichi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 6 x 6 x 8cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57100777390411,"sku":"K10219","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_0017dd9d-ab8d-49b7-b100-4f539d6b0dbe.jpg?v=1776951226","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/products\/k10219-omiyage-kokeshi-from-sendai-%e4%bb%99%e5%8f%b0","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}