- Description
- CREATORS INFO
A tanuki disguised as a human, wearing a bamboo hat.
With a cheerful face after drinking sake.
Its tail is visible.
It is said to represent the "Eight Auspicious Meanings" (Hasso Engi)... apparently, it is very considerate. It seems to be hiding a large money bag.
・Large hat: Always prepared, protecting oneself from unexpected misfortunes.
・Large eyes: Looking around and paying attention to make correct judgments.
・Face: Always smiling and friendly to each other leads to business prosperity.
・Sake bottle: Never lacking food and drink (successful business), striving to have good moral character.
・Ledger: Being good at getting by means trustworthiness is paramount.
・Large belly: Possessing both calmness and boldness.
・Thick tail: Bringing everything to a proper conclusion is true happiness.
・Large money bag: Blessed with financial luck to be able to use money freely.
It has a special presence.
| Material |
Clay
| Actual size |
18 x 17.5cm
| Handling precautions |
This is a fragile item, so please handle with care.
| Delivery date |
If in stock: Will be shipped immediately.
*This product is sold in shared inventory with our physical store.
While we strive for accurate inventory management, inventory is constantly fluctuating, so there may be cases where an item is out of stock at the time of your order. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and ask for your understanding.
| Other |
As each item is handmade, there may be slight differences in color, shape, and expression. Thank you for your understanding.
Tanka
Founded in the around 1750.
Located along the Fushimi Kaido road, this Fushimi doll kiln is marked by its historic appearance and red "noren" curtains.
When Fushimi dolls were at their peak (late Edo period), there were about 60 kilns lined up along the Fushimi Kaido road, but only one kiln still exists today. It was the only one.
At "Tanka," molds are made from spring to summer, and after drying in the sun in summer, the pieces are bisque fired in a kiln.
The painting is done from autumn to winter and spring when the glue is in good condition.
This seasonal process has been repeated for over 250 years.
They continues to create dolls every day, passing on the stories behind them.