A vintage kokeshi doll from the 1980s, handcrafted from wood and featuring a minimalist, yet expressive face with delicately painted features – thin eyebrows, closed eyes, and a small red mouth, all contributing to a serene and peaceful expression. The doll’s round head sits atop a cylindrical body, characteristic of Naruko-style.
Elegant Japanese characters brush-painted on the upper torso, a poetic verse. The lower portion features a lovely hand-painted mountain and pine tree scene, evoking traditional Japanese natural motifs and seasonal beauty. This type of omiyage kokeshi was often sold as a souvenir from hot spring resorts (onsen) or rural mountain towns, intended to bring joy and good fortune to the recipient.
