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[Event Report] A Day at the Tokyo Flea Market –...
On Friday, May 16th, I visited the Tokyo Flea Market, held at Showa Kinen Park in Tachikawa, Tokyo. It was a bit humid and warm—just enough to break a light sweat...
[Event Report] A Day at the Tokyo Flea Market –...
On Friday, May 16th, I visited the Tokyo Flea Market, held at Showa Kinen Park in Tachikawa, Tokyo. It was a bit humid and warm—just enough to break a light sweat...

Report on Tadao Watanabe’s Kokeshi Doll Sale
Today, I’d like to share a report on Tadao Watanabe’s kokeshi doll sale. Tadao Watanabe is an artisan of the Tsuchiyu style kokeshi, and his kokeshi dolls with top hats...
Report on Tadao Watanabe’s Kokeshi Doll Sale
Today, I’d like to share a report on Tadao Watanabe’s kokeshi doll sale. Tadao Watanabe is an artisan of the Tsuchiyu style kokeshi, and his kokeshi dolls with top hats...

Tsuchiyu Kokeshi Festival 2024
The Tsuchiyu Kokeshi Festival was held on June 1st and 2nd, 2024. This charming event takes place in the picturesque Tsuchiyu Onsen in Fukushima Prefecture, featuring kokeshi doll sales,...
Tsuchiyu Kokeshi Festival 2024
The Tsuchiyu Kokeshi Festival was held on June 1st and 2nd, 2024. This charming event takes place in the picturesque Tsuchiyu Onsen in Fukushima Prefecture, featuring kokeshi doll sales,...

2024 All-Japan Kokeshi Doll Competition
From May 3rd to 5th this year, the All-Japan Kokeshi Doll Competition was held in Shiroishi City, Miyagi. This is the largest kokeshi festival in Japan, where kokeshi artisans compete...
2024 All-Japan Kokeshi Doll Competition
From May 3rd to 5th this year, the All-Japan Kokeshi Doll Competition was held in Shiroishi City, Miyagi. This is the largest kokeshi festival in Japan, where kokeshi artisans compete...

Memories of Yajiro and Togatta Kokeshi Festivals
This time, I will describe the memories of the Yajiro Kokeshi Festival and the Togatta Kokeshi Festival held in 2022. Last year, in 2023, I couldn’t attend the festivals because...
Memories of Yajiro and Togatta Kokeshi Festivals
This time, I will describe the memories of the Yajiro Kokeshi Festival and the Togatta Kokeshi Festival held in 2022. Last year, in 2023, I couldn’t attend the festivals because...

Must-Visit in Sendai! Pioneer of Adorable Kokes...
Located in the scenic Sakunami Onsen of Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, this place not only boasts exceptional hot springs but also stands as the birthplace of the Sakunami-style traditional kokeshi dolls!...
Must-Visit in Sendai! Pioneer of Adorable Kokes...
Located in the scenic Sakunami Onsen of Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, this place not only boasts exceptional hot springs but also stands as the birthplace of the Sakunami-style traditional kokeshi dolls!...