New LamPlanning Akabeko Handmade Folk Craft Folk Toy (M Size: 14cm) from Japan

Description: New LamPlanning Akabeko Handmade Folk Craft Folk Toy (M Size: 14cm) from Japan Description [Akabeko, a local toy from the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture] Akabeko is a folk craft that represents Fukushima Prefecture. It is a papier-mâché doll made of a cow with a red base coat, painted with black spots and white borders. Akabeko is also designed with a movable neck, and when you touch it, the neck sways back and forth, making it an adorable folk craft. [A lucky charm to ward off evil and disease] In the Tohoku region, especially in the Aizu region, cows are called "beko." In the past, they were called "evil-warding cows" or "lucky cows," and were loved by people as lucky charms to ward off evil and disease. [Rare production in Fukushima Prefecture] There used to be dozens of manufacturing factories, but now only a few remain, and craftsmen create each toy with care. Almost all of the painting is done by hand. There is a limit to the number that can be produced in a day, making this a rare handmade local toy. [History of Akabeko] There are various theories about the origin of Akabeko, but it dates back about 400 years ago. At the time, Gamo Ujisato, the lord of Aizu, promoted a policy to encourage side jobs to protect his feudal retainers who were struggling to make a living due to lack of work. As part of this, he invited craftsmen from Kyoto to teach the feudal retainers how to make paper mache dolls, and had them make paper mache beko dolls. This is said to be the prototype of the local toy, Akabeko. [Details] Made in Japan Size: Approx. W140mm x D61mm x H80mm Weight: Approx. 57g Shipping We will ship it within 5 business days. Thank you very much!

Price: 33.03 USD

Location: Hyogo

End Time: 2025-01-23T12:52:33.000Z

Shipping Cost: 10 USD

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