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We are a shop of Kokeshi Dolls from Japan. We are based in Belgium and we ship worldwide!!

11/06/2026

Beautiful set Gumma kokeshi by Kazuo Takamizawa (1927-).

05/06/2026

This exquisite vintage Sōsaku (creative) Kokeshi doll, titled “Kanako | Flower Girl”, is a masterwork by one of Japan’s most celebrated and influential modern kokeshi artists, Masao Watanabe (1917-2007). The doll features a beautifully rounded head carved from wood with a rich, deep reddish-brown grain. Her serene, minimalistic face is framed by carved, petal-like patterns along her hairline, adding a subtle tactile dimension to her gentle expression of closed eyes and a small red mouth.
The cylindrical body highlights Watanabe’s legendary mastery of texture and depth. The background transitions through a striking black-and-red gradient, which serves as the canvas for a highly detailed, white asanoha (h**p leaf) pattern. This geometric design is rendered with stylized, raised three-dimensional dots that mimic the traditional Japanese Kanako-shibori (tie-dye) technique, famously said to resemble the speckled back of a young fawn. Interspersed across this intricate latticework are beautifully painted, variegated pink roses. These floral motifs are applied with a thick, textured oil-painting technique in a swirling pattern, providing a wonderful contrast between the sharp geometric background and the soft, organic form of the flowers.
Standing as a testament to mid-century Japanese craftsmanship, this doll beautifully represents Watanabe’s signature themes of innocence, rich natural wood grains, and multi-textured artistry.

04/06/2026

“Sankaranman” (山花爛漫) – Cherry Blossoms in Full Bloom

By Award-Winning Kokeshi Artist Yuko Yamazaki

This exquisite, award-winning creative kokeshi doll titled “Sankaranman” (Cherry Blossoms in Full Bloom) is a masterful embodiment of spring’s gentle, radiant, and fleeting beauty. the doll features a slender, elegant form topped with a smooth, jet-black bob haircut that cascades down her back. Her serene, minimalist facial features evoke a sense of deep tranquility and inner peace.

The doll’s body serves as a canvas for a breathtaking spring landscape, meticulously detailed using traditional wood-burning and painting techniques. She wears a beautifully layered kimono in soft shades of light blue, pink, and gold. The lower half of her body seamlessly transitions into a vivid hillside scene where a wild cherry blossom tree bursts with pink sakura blooms. countless delicate petals are depicted floating gently down upon a stylized, swirling pink and grey river below. This continuous, intricate design wraps around the entire base of the doll, capturing the poetic essence of hillsides painted pink by spring. It is a spectacular tribute to the transient elegance of Japan’s most iconic season.

30/05/2026

this charming creative (sosaku) kokeshi doll by the award-winning artisan Aoki Ryoka is crafted from natural wood, beautifully showcasing its organic grain. The doll depicts a serene female figure with her hands gently pressed together in a polite greeting or prayerful gesture, accentuated by large, rounded kimono sleeves that give her a distinctive, voluminous silhouette. Her kimono and sleeves are delicately hand-painted with a vibrant, cheerful motif of white, light blue, and pink cherry blossoms (sakura). Her head features a traditional topknot hairstyle, a painted hair band, and a sweet, minimalist facial expression with closed, happy eyes and a tiny red mouth, embodying the signature gentle and elegant aesthetic of Ryoka’s celebrated craftsmanship.

29/05/2026

This exquisite vintage sosaku (creative) kokeshi doll, this is a stunning piece of Japanese craftsmanship that effortlessly complements modern Japandi, minimalist, or mid-century interiors. Handmade and signed by the acclaimed master craftsman Kato Masami (b. 1925), she is titled “薄日” (Usubi), which beautifully translates to “Soft Light”. This poetic name perfectly reflects her gentle, serene facial expression and soulful charm. The doll features an elegant, elongated three-tier design, resting on a naturally grained wooden base that balances her artistic torso and large, rounded head. Her kimono is intricately decorated with elegant, detailed flowers painted against a warm brown background, uniquely accented by a striking pop of deep blue and purple fabric at the hem. Complete with a hood-like hairstyle adorned with delicate floral details, this peaceful collector’s item brings a timeless touch of traditional Japanese artistry into any home.

27/05/2026

A refined vintage kokeshi doll by Takanashi Hanpuushi, handcrafted from richly grained wood with elegant striped detailing and a minimalist hand-painted face. Its elongated silhouette and warm natural tones reflect the timeless simplicity and craftsmanship of traditional Japanese folk art.

26/05/2026

A charming and rare kokeshi by artist Tanaka Harumasa, featuring a beautifully crafted DUAL-FACE design. One side shows the doll awake with open eyes, while the other presents a peaceful sleeping expression. Hand-painted details and warm natural wood tones give this piece a delicate and playful character, making it a unique collectible and a wonderful example of creative traditional kokeshi craftsmanship.

23/05/2026

Vintage Sosaku Kokeshi Doll by Master Kano Chiyomatsu

This striking vintage Sosaku (creative) kokeshi doll is a beautiful piece of Japanese folk art crafted by the highly celebrated master artisan Kano Chiyomatsu (1935–2000s). Born in the Gunma prefecture, Chiyomatsu began his craft in 1953 and grew to become one of Japan’s most decorated kokeshi masters, notably winning the prestigious Prime Minister’s Award twice.

Visual & Structural Design

Form & Geometry: The doll features a highly stylized, three-dimensional structure that sets it apart from traditional cylindrical kokeshi. It consists of a large spherical head partially enveloped by an organic, cowl-like wooden hood . Two small, playful wooden spheres extend outwards, serving as abstract representations of hair buns or floral accents.

Natural Wood Grain: True to Chiyomatsu’s signature style, the piece relies heavily on the intrinsic beauty of the wood rather than heavy paint. The body and head boast a warm, rich honey-brown tone with deep, prominent horizontal grain lines that wrap seamlessly around the lathed curves.

Facial Expression: The doll features an incredibly minimalist and serene face, utilizing Chiyomatsu’s classic minimalist brushstrokes. With just simple dots for the eyes, it evokes a gentle, innocent, and peaceful expression.

Artist Signature: The hand-painted kanji signature of the master craftsman is subtly visible on the lower left side of the doll’s body.

Aesthetic Appeal

This piece beautifully bridges traditional woodwork with mid-century modern abstract design. The harmony between the distinct turning of the wood, the bold grain pattern, and the sweet, quiet expression makes it a captivating collector’s piece that fits perfectly into contemporary interiors.

22/05/2026

This elegant kokeshi by Nagisa Hirano is a beautiful example of contemporary Japanese craftsmanship, combining traditional artistry with refined symbolism. The doll features a serene, delicately carved face framed by a smooth bob hairstyle, creating a calm and timeless expression. Its deep indigo kimono is adorned with two carefully chosen floral motifs: an upper dahlia, symbolizing elegance, rich love and gratitude, and a lower lotus, representing a pure heart and inner calm. The contrast between the rich blue background and the soft white flowers enhances the sense of harmony and sophistication. Presented in its original signed wooden box, this piece embodies both aesthetic beauty and the poetic symbolism characteristic of Nagisa Hirano’s work.

Nagisa Hirano felt that these two flowers are a perfect match — the dahlia expressing feelings toward others, and the lotus expressing one’s state of mind — so she carved them together into a single piece☺️

21/05/2026

These four sisters by Megumi Nozawa will stay together forever! 🥰🥰🙏🙏

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