Kokeshi with Black & White Striped Hat Haramaki After the sadness of the

After the sadness of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Tohoku northern Japan

The symbol of the parasol is also used in Buddhist art to represent the royal background of the historical Buddha

Add a Japanese fun touch to tea time

green and dark blue

This beautifully lacquered

Kokeshi with Black & White Striped Hat Haramaki After the sadness of theKokeshi are traditional folk toys that were first created in the early years of the 19th century in Tohoku, northern Japan during the late Edo Period. This classic folk art evokes a sense of nostalgia and rural Japan. Kokeshi are popular souvenirs for both Japanese and overseas visitors.