wafuku – noun: traditional Japanese clothing
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Kokeshi dolls are a traditional, Japanese doll. Originally whittled by men at work, to take home to their children. They are very simple in design, a head and a body, usually with painted clothing and features, and no separately carved arms.
Below you can see pictures of the favourite one I own; a very odd choice for a kokeshi doll, as it is a Christian nun and Christianity is certainly not the most common religion in Japan. I love it because it is such an anomaly
Another favourite of mine is the kokeshi doll below; a 1950s, nodding head, nesting kokeshi. The head is made to turn and wobble and the doll opens up to reveal a little boy kokeshi hidden inside. I bought a box containing about ten of these, kept 4 for myself, my daughter and friends and sold the rest. I have two left for sale on my site at www.wafuku.co.uk
wafuku – noun: traditional Japanese clothing
To see a vast selection of vintage and antique Japanese kimonos, visit www.wafuku.co.uk
Based in Scotland and selling worldwide.
Whether you want to own and wear a real kimono, a beautiful piece of wearable Japanese textile art, or hang one for display or even just have a look at stunningly beautiful kimonos, you may enjoy browsing through the selection on my site.
I have high quality, vintage kimonos, obis and accessories (and much more) for men, women and children.
Pop over to www.wafuku.co.uk and have a look
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