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Aizu Papier-Mache Akabeko, Red, Size 7
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Akabeko is a designated traditional craft of Fukushima Prefecture. It's a toy made to promote local industry, and designed based on the folk tale of a red-haired bull which worked very hard to carry holy materials when Tokuitsu Daishi built Enzoji Temple in Aizu about 1,200 years ago. It petrified and became a protective god on the day the construction was completed. After that, an epidemic broke out in Aizu. However, a family who had an Akabeko didn't get the disease so people started to use it as an amulet for prevention of disease, easy delivery of a baby, construction, business, etc. This simple, lucky papier-mache craft is a traditional folk handcraft of Aizu. The lovely face gently sways. Perfect for a souvenir.
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●Materials: washi paper, chalk, glue, chemical paint, oil dye, metal fitting ●Size Details: [Total length] 270mm, [Height] 140mm (head portion incl.), 125mm (body portion only) ●Weight (item only) [g]: 145 ●Weight (packaging material incl.) [g]: 275 ●Made in Aizu-Wakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture ●Brand Name: Akabeko Bansho ●Please Note: *Do not use for any purpose other than its intended one. *It may become dented or break if strongly pushed as it is made of washi paper. *Do not pull the head. It may come off as it's attached by cotton thread. *Place it on a flat place. The head sways well. *Keep away from moisture as it's made of washi paper. *Do not place in direct sunlight for a long time as it may cause change of color. *Made using washi paper, its color will change naturally over time. ●Others: *As each item is hand-made one-by-one, color hue, shape etc., may differ slightly from the photos. *Should there be no stock, item manufacture will take place after order placement. Depending on the item, delivery may be delayed. Contact customer service regarding the delivery date.
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Aizu Papier-Mache Akabeko, Red, Size 7
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Aizu Papier-Mache Akabeko, Red, Size 5
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JP¥ 1,500
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US$ 11.97
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Aizu Papier-Mache Akabeko, Key Holder
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JP¥ 550
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US$ 4.39
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Aizu Papier-Mache Akabeko, Senryo, Size 5
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JP¥ 2,800
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US$ 22.34
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JP¥ 1,400
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US$ 11.17
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Okiagari-Koboshi, Blue, M
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JP¥ 800
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US$ 6.38
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