We introduce Tokyo Kokeshi manufacture at Hachioji and history of northern Kokeshi! Video for manufacturing process of Tokyo Kokeshi can be seen below!! Kokeshi dolls is a Japanese traditional handmade wooden doll, originate from Tohoku region of Northern Japan. It is known as lucky charm for children. The wooden dolls has a simple shape, a spherical head and cylinder torso. … [Read more...]
Maneki Neko | Japanese Lucky Cat
This is the ornament of cat that invite “Money” and “People”!! The ornament called “Maneki Neko” in Japan means lucky cat. The lucky cat is raising hands and the grace of god is different depending on right hand or left hand. Therefore it is recommended to select the type of Maneki Neko based on your wish!! Raising right hand: Gather money! Rasping left hand: Gather … [Read more...]