{"product_id":"handgesigneerde-traditionele-naruko-kokeshi-tomohiro-kakizaki-30-5-cm","title":"Hand-Signed Traditional Naruko Kokeshi – Tomohiro Kakizaki – 30.5 cm","description":"\u003c!-- Physical Dimensions \u0026 Status Badge --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"buddha-product-dimensions-badge\" style=\"border: 1px solid #1a1a1a; padding: 15px 20px; margin-bottom: 30px; background-color: #fafafa;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 2px; color: #888888; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003ePhysical Dimensions \u0026amp; Status\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 8px 0 0 0; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500; color: #1a1a1a; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.5 cm  | \n    \u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.6 cm   | \n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600 grams\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Commercial Product Description --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis hand-signed traditional Naruko Kokeshi\u003c\/strong\u003e is crafted from solid Mizuki wood (dogwood) and belongs to the classic Naruko school from Miyagi Prefecture in the Tohoku region of Japan. The statue dates from the Middle Showa period (approx. 1965-1980) and was entirely turned and painted by hand by the renowned Kokeshi master Tomohiro Kakizaki. With a height of 30.5 cm, this piece is one of the larger and more sought-after collector sizes within the world of traditional Dento Kokeshi. The austere decoration with red bands and the refined face give the statue a timeless elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice: €165\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Symbolism --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Philosophical \u0026 Historical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Kokeshi dolls have been crafted for generations by specialized woodturners in the hot springs of Northern Japan. Each Kokeshi school developed its own style, with Naruko considered one of the most iconic and sought-after traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaruko Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e The minimalist face, black hair, and subtle red decorative bands are characteristic of the classic Naruko design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Craftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e The doll is entirely hand-turned from carefully selected Mizuki wood and brush-painted using centuries-old artisan techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Maker's Signature:\u003c\/strong\u003e The underside bears the designation 'Naruko-gata' and the signature of Master Tomohiro Kakizaki, confirming authenticity and provenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee; margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Specifications --\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle Showa (approx. 1965-1980)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naruko, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Naruko Kokeshi (Dento Kokeshi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tomohiro Kakizaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Mizuki wood (Cornelian wood)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-turned and hand-painted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Naruko painting with subtle red bands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good vintage condition with light signs of use consistent with age and handmade character. Originally signed on the underside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57749493940555,"sku":"698","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/naruko-kokeshi-tomohiro-kakizaki-overzicht-305cm.jpg?v=1782997483","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/hand-signed-traditional-naruko-kokeshi-tomohiro-kakizaki-30-5-cm","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}