This beautiful kokeshi was made by Miyashita Hajime (1940 –) who won multiple awards for his kokeshi dolls. The doll's intricate design and attention to detail make it a must-have for collectors who appreciate the Japanese culture.
The current Japanese emperor and empress are admirers and have a collection of his dolls. In 2006 he retired after his kokeshi shop burnt down in a fire.
While Kokeshi dolls are mostly used as children's toys, they are also symbols of hopes for bountiful harvests, wishes for good luck and fortune, and great appreciation for craftsmanship and culture.
